Logistics Supervisor (31111)

Pentagon Technologies; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

401K with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Supervisor to lead shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling within our facility.

You will develop a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork while ensuring on-time deliveries and accurate inventory with ERP/WMS support. You will coach a logistics team, manage staffing, and partner with production and quality teams to meet customer commitments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of supervisory experience in logistics, warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Experience leading hourly employees in a multi-shift environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced operational setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shipping, receiving, warehouse, inventory control, and internal material movement.
• Ensure timely processing of inbound parts and outbound shipments to meet service levels.
• Drive Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives within logistics operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Multi-shift supervision

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

MS Office

Job description

Pentagon Technologies, Inc. is a leader in providing mission-critical semiconductor services that touch every device with a computer chip inside. Our customers include the largest semiconductor chip and OEM tool manufacturers in the industry. We stay at the forefront of our industry through innovation, technical proficiency, and our amazing employees. Our industry is in the midst of unprecedented growth and Pentagon is seeking outstanding candidates to join our team!

Position Summary

As a Logistics Supervisor at Pentagon, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating logistics, shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling operations within the facility. This role provides direct leadership to logistics personnel while ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient movement of customer and company materials throughout the plant. You will drive operational performance, support customer commitments, maintain inventory accuracy, and develop a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Conduct regular safety observations, audits, and toolbox meetings.
• Ensure employees follow proper material handling, hazardous material, PPE, and equipment operating procedures.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with customer, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop logistics team members
• Provide direction, performance feedback, training, and employee development opportunities.
• Establish clear expectations and hold team members accountable for performance, attendance, productivity, and safety.
• Partner with shift supervisors and other department leaders to ensure seamless handoffs between shifts.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, onboarding, and performance management activities.

Logistics Operations

• Oversee shipping, receiving, warehouse, inventory control, and internal material movement activities.
• Ensure timely processing of inbound customer parts and outbound shipments to meet service level commitments.
• Monitor workflow and staffing levels to optimize productivity and minimize delays.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and customer service teams to prioritize work and meet customer requirements.
• Manage transportation, carriers, packaging, and logistics-related vendor interactions.

Inventory & Material Control

• Maintain accurate inventory records through disciplined transaction management and cycle count processes.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure proper material identification, traceability, storage, and handling practices.
• Support ERP/WMS system transactions and process improvements.
• Monitor inventory levels and space utilization to support efficient operations.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives within logistics operations.
• Analyze KPIs and operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Participate in customer audits and internal operational reviews.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in logistics, warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Experience leading hourly employees in a multi‑shift environment.
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, inventory control, and material handling processes.
• Experience using ERP, warehouse management, or inventory systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field.
• Experience in semiconductor, manufacturing, industrial services, or highly regulated environments.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement training.
• Experience managing hazardous materials, customer‑owned inventory, or highly traceable products.
• Forklift certification or experience working with powered industrial equipment.

Work Environment

Must be able to function well in an office environment. Must also be able to work in a controlled chemical and wastewater environment. Persons sensitive to chemical environments with such medical conditions as asthma, allergies, or extreme sensitivity to chemicals may not be considered good candidates for this position.

Physical Demands

Must pass company required screening tests. Employees are regularly required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and perform light lifting duties (up to 40 pounds).

Perks of working at Pentagon Technologies

At the end of the day, our strength comes from our people, and we are determined to recognize and promote your wellbeing—be it professionally, financially, physically, or mentally.

• Generous PTO
• 401K program with employer matching contribution
• Health, dental, vision Insurance (with generous employer contribution)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance (fully employer paid)
• Life and AD&D (employer paid & voluntary option)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Be advised that Pentagon Technologies does not offer relocation assistance for this position. Candidates who do not reside near the posted location will be responsible for covering all relocation costs. By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge and agree that they will be solely responsible for any expenses incurred in relocating to the area if selected for the role.

Pentagon Technologies is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (AA/EOE/W/M/Vet/Disabled) and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment of associates. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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