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LaVergne, Tennessee, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 17 Mar 2025

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Salaried Exempt Position

 

POSITION TITLE:Warehouse Supervisor (1st Shift)

 

SECTION/DEPARTMENT: Warehouse

 

REPORTS TO: Shawna Patterson

 

LOCATION: NCSC

 

BASIC PURPOSE: The Supervisor position will be required to oversee 1st shift and support 3rd shift of the warehouse as needed.  These shifts include hourly associates performing basic duties and functions such as receiving, inventory management, repack, picking, labeling and shipping.  This position also supports all directives of the Warehouse Management team.

 

BASIC POSITION DUTIES:

 

  • Provides materials, equipment and supplies by directing receiving, warehousing and distribution services
  • Maintains receiving, warehousing and distribution operations by establishing and implementing operational activities such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials and keeping warehouse inventory correct.
  • Assist in controlling overall expenses, overtime, and staff headcount plans set forth by management 
  • Align warehouse activities with overall business operations by coordinating with department managers
  • Maintains warehouse staff by assisting in controlling overall expenses, overtime, and manning plans
  • Works in conjunction with QA, Accounting, IT and other departments as necessary
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment and instill a “safety first” mentality to staff at all times
  • Other duties as assigned

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education –High School Diploma, GED or Technical certificate required
  • Experience—6 to 8 years of progressive plant experience including 1 to 2 years in a supervisory capacity; experience in a related Warehouse/Distribution facility; Automotive industry preferred.
  • Computer Skills—Excel, Outlook, Word, ERP programs (SAP, WMS, etc.)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Analytic ability to research errors, recommend corrective action, and implement
  • Experience in determining work procedures, preparing work schedules and expediting workflows for efficiency
  • Supervise and oversee accuracy of inbound and outbound cargo

 

 

About Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc.Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems, Inc. (SEWS) is part of the Sumitomo family of companies, a 400 year old brand with a reputation for quality and reliability.  With the support of facilities throughout North America, SEWS has been delivering innovative solutions to automakers for over 30 years, and is a leading supplier of electrical distribution systems, components and electronics.  SEWS is committed to technical development worldwide and with a global network of resources, is able to deliver a truly competitive advantage to each of our customers.  Our associates are what drive Sumitomo’s continued growth, which is why we proudly offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, 401(k) with match, tuition benefits, paid holidays and vacation.To learn more about us, please visit www.sewsus.com. Follow Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-electric-wiring-systems About the Sumitomo Electric GroupSince the founding of Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. in 1897 with copper wire production, we have developed many new technologies and products through innovative R&D activities based on Sumitomo Electric manufacturing technologies for electric wires and power cables.  With more than 350 subsidiaries worldwide, we continue to introduce a wide varie

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