Material Handling Supervisor

Aerotek; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks vacation

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental, Vision, Life

Disability insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Material Handling Supervisor in La Vergne, TN responsible for leading a team across first and second shifts in a non-climate-controlled steel manufacturing setting. You will enforce safety protocols, oversee inventory, coordinate material flow with production, and monitor metrics to drive operational performance.

This permanent, onsite role requires hands-on leadership of about 22 direct reports, a strong focus on safety, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Hands-on material handling operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of inventory processes and materials management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for inventory tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 22 direct reports across shifts.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Oversee material handling and inventory processes.
• Coordinate with production, logistics, and other departments.
• Monitor production metrics to identify trends and improvements.
• Train and develop team members to meet performance expectations.
• Ensure accurate use of warehouse management and ERP systems.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Material handling operations

Inventory management

ERP systems

Safety protocols

Leadership / team management

Cross-department coordination

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Hiring for a Material Handling Supervisor in La Vergne, TN

Job Description

The Material Handling Supervisor leads a team of material handlers across multiple shifts to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate movement of materials within a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on implementing and enforcing safety protocols, overseeing inventory and materials management processes, and monitoring production metrics to support operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of 22 direct reports, including approximately 15 employees on first shift and 7 employees on second shift.
• Work on first shift while coordinating closely with the second shift supervisor to ensure consistent processes and performance across shifts.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for all team members.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential issues in material flow and handling.
• Oversee material handling operations to ensure timely and accurate movement of materials to and from production areas.
• Manage logistics and inventory processes to support efficient production and minimize downtime.
• Ensure proper use of warehouse management and ERP systems to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Coordinate with production, logistics, and other departments to align material handling activities with production schedules and priorities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in materials management, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to follow established procedures and meet performance expectations.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence within the material handling team.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with material handling operations in a production setting.
• Strong knowledge of production, logistics, inventory processes, and inventory management.
• Experience with materials management and warehouse management practices.
• Familiarity with ERP systems used for inventory and materials tracking.
• Ability to implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures.
• Skill in monitoring and analyzing production metrics to drive performance improvements.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities with experience supervising frontline staff.
• Effective communication and coordination skills across shifts and departments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working with steel in a manufacturing or material handling environment is preferred.
• Experience in a non-climate-controlled industrial facility.
• Comfort working in a steel-focused production environment.
• Experience in coordinating material flow in support of production operations.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both their professional and personal lives. Team members receive two weeks of vacation per year plus five occasional days, with time off pro-rated during the first year based on hire date. A competitive 401(k) program is available after 60 days, including a company match of 5% on the first 6% of employee contributions. Health, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability coverage begin on the first day of the month following the hire date, providing early access to core benefits. The organization also observes 10 company-recognized holidays each year, supporting work-life balance and time away from work.

Work Environment

This role is based in a non-climate-controlled steel manufacturing environment, where conditions can vary with the seasons and involve working around heavy materials and industrial equipment. The schedule runs from 4:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, providing a consistent first-shift work pattern. The position requires regular presence on the shop floor, close interaction with material handlers and production teams, and adherence to all safety procedures and required personal protective equipment appropriate for a steel and material handling facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of La Vergne, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

EVP:Vacation: 2 weeks per year, plus 5 occasional days (pro-rated for the first year based on hire date)401(k) Retirement Eligibility: After 60 days; company match is 5% of the first 6% of employee contributionsBenefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, starting the first day of the month following the hire dateAnnual Holidays: 10 company-recognized holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in La Vergne,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.