Logistics & Warehouse Leader: Drive Safety & Efficiency

Timken

New Jersey

On-site

USD 78,000 - 96,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Timken, a global technology leader in engineered bearings, seeks a Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor to oversee warehouse, shipping, receiving, and logistics within a manufacturing facility in New Jersey. You will lead both union and non-union teams, ensure inventory accuracy, and drive safe, cost-effective material flows to production and customers.

You will coordinate transportation, enforce OSHA compliance, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize operations and labor relations

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Minimum 5 years of warehouse, logistics, distribution, or materials management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience leading warehouse, logistics, or operations teams.
Experience supervising both union and non-union employees; working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and labor relations practices preferred.
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, transportation management, and material handling processes.
Experience utilizing ERP systems, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Microsoft Office applications.
Proven leadership, coaching, employee development, and conflict resolution skills.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making abilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement methodologies, and workplace safety regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise daily warehouse, shipping, receiving, and logistics operations to ensure safe, efficient, and uninterrupted support of manufacturing and customer delivery requirements.
Manage and develop both union and non-union employees, including scheduling, training, coaching, performance management, attendance, and disciplinary actions in compliance with company policies and collective bargaining agreements.
Ensure timely receipt, storage, movement, and distribution of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to support production and customer demands.
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, transaction audits, and corrective actions to resolve discrepancies.
Coordinate inbound and outbound transportation activities, including carrier management, freight scheduling, and on-time shipment performance.
Drive compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety standards, material handling procedures, and environmental requirements while promoting a strong safety culture.
Monitor warehouse productivity, labor utilization, and operational performance metrics, implementing actions to improve efficiency and service levels.
Collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Customer Service teams to ensure effective material flow and issue resolution.
Support labor relations activities, including grievance administration, contract interpretation, investigations, and partnership with Human Resources and Labor Relations.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and best practices to optimize warehouse operations, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.