Warehouse Supervisor

About IEM

Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution of goods. This role is responsible for leading a team of warehouse associates, maintaining safety and quality standards, and optimizing processes to support organizational goals. Experience in a manufacturing environment is critical. Warehouse activities include receiving and choosing multiple parts that are used to assemble various switchgear and related pieces of electrical equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan and coordinate work; trains, motivates, and monitors activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments and preparing items for shipment.

• Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules while utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates.

• Oversee incoming and outgoing receiving/shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness and condition of shipments as well as inventory accuracy.

• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.

• Inspect material handling equipment for defects and coordinates repair.

• Direct movement of shipments from shipping and receiving area to storage work areas.

• May assist workers in shipping and receiving activities.

• Adhere to established safety guidelines.

• Perform other duties which may be required by supervisor.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

• Material Control Attendant(s)

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Capability

• Strong leadership

• Ethical Conduct

• Performance Management

• Communication Proficiency

• Teamwork Orientation

• Financial Management

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• At least 5 years of experience in warehousing, receiving, inventory control, or materials management in an industrial manufacturing environment, with 2 years of supervisory experience.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL:

Physical Demands:

Activities: Sitting – 25% Walking/Standing – 75%

Lifting: Continuously lift up to 50 lbs.

Bending: Must be able to bend, squat, and climb.

Vision: Long periods of close work on the computer screen and ability to see small or detailed items.

Mental Demands: Interpret, analyze, research and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Environment: Climate controlled office and Shop/warehouse, which is not climate controlled. Exposure to excessive heat and cold, wet/humid conditions, noise/vibration, hazards, dust and fumes.

Why Join IEM

At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.

Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com

We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers

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