Warehouse Supervisor at Mitsubishi… · Warrendale

Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor Join the MEPPI Team! Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. (MEPPI) is seeking a Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor to oversee daily shipping, receiving, kitting, packing, and warehouse operations for our Critical Power Solutions Division (CPSD). In this role, you'll lead warehouse employees, drive operational efficiency, implement Lean improvements, and ensure the safe, accurate, and timely movement of materials to support production and customer needs. What You'll Do: Daily Warehouse Operations: Supervise shipping, receiving, kitting, packing, material movement, and warehouse activities to ensure safe, accurate, and timely execution. Team Leadership & Supervision: Lead and support warehouse employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee engagement objectives. Employee Performance & Development: Conduct performance evaluations, manage attendance and employee records, address performance concerns, administer corrective actions, and participate in hiring and selection activities. Warehouse Optimization: Partner with the Warehouse & Logistics Manager to implement improvements in warehouse layout, storage, material handling, inventory accuracy, and material flow. Lean & Continuous Improvement: Drive floor-level improvements through 5S, visual management, standard work, problem-solving, and corrective action follow-up. Daily Performance Management: Lead daily team communications, monitor operational KPIs, escalate issues, and ensure timely resolution of action items. Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and logistics providers to support material availability, production schedules, and shipment readiness. Inventory & ERP Accuracy: Ensure accurate and timely ERP transactions, shipping documentation, receiving records, kitting records, and other warehouse control documents. Shipping & Receiving Issue Resolution: Monitor freight, carrier, receiving, and shipment discrepancies, coordinate corrective actions, and communicate updates to internal and external stakeholders. Operational Reporting: Track and communicate daily performance metrics, including shipment status, receiving backlogs, kitting readiness, inventory accuracy, safety observations, and outstanding action items. Safety & Compliance: Reinforce safety procedures, support accident investigations, maintain warehouse organization, and ensure corrective actions are completed. Resource Coordination: Prepare supply and tooling requisitions to support daily warehouse operations. Customer & Vendor Relations: Maintain positive, professional relationships with customers, suppliers, carriers, and internal departments to support operational goals. What You'll Bring: Education & Experience: Associate's degree in Business, Operations, Logistics, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of shipping or logistics experience and 2 years of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Warehouse Operations Expertise: Strong knowledge of shipping, receiving, material handling, inventory control, and warehouse processes. Supervisory Experience: Demonstrated ability to lead employees, manage performance, address workplace concerns, and support a productive team environment. Continuous Improvement: Knowledge of Lean principles, 5S, standard work, and warehouse process improvements. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to evaluate operational issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions. Technical Proficiency: Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems. Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to build effective relationships with employees, customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. What’s in It for You? Health & Wellness: We’ve got you covered! MEPPI offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to help support the health and well-being of you and your family. Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, where MEPPI matches up to 4% of your contributions. Your financial wellness is just as important to us as it is to you. Paid Time Off: Work-life balance is key. Begin earning vacation after just 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays per year. Career Development: We’re invested in your growth. Take advantage of our training programs and educational assistance to elevate your skills and advance your career. Exclusive Employee Discounts: Being part of the MEPPI family comes with perks! Enjoy profit sharing and special discounts on our products and services, designed to make your life better. 24-Hour Fitness Center: Stay fit with access to our on-site fitness center, available to you 24/7. Why MEPPI? At MEPPI, you’re not just another team member—you’re part of a mission to innovate and make an impact. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we’re a leader in providing cutting-edge solutions for power systems and rail transportation. Join our collaborative environment where your ideas matter, and your skills help shape the future. About Us: Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leader in the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets. Join us, and be part of a global team that’s driving the future of transportation and energy solutions. Equal Opportunity Employer: MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure that every candidate is considered fairly. Notice to Agencies and Search Firms: MEPPI is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted without a signed search agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.