Materials Supervisor (1st shift)

KRB Machinery Company

Wrightsville (PA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading machinery company in Pennsylvania is seeking a Materials Supervisor. This role oversees warehouse operations, inventory control, and scheduling to support production and shipping needs. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in materials management, demonstrating effective leadership and a strong knowledge of warehouse operations. The position requires regular participation in hands-on warehouse activities. This is a full-time role with mid-senior level responsibilities.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in materials management or warehouse leadership.
Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory control practices.

Responsibilities

Oversee warehouse operations including receiving, storage, and material movement.
Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts and documentation.
Coordinate material scheduling for timely availability for production.
Utilize ERP systems for inventory management and reporting.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations during materials activities.

Skills

Warehouse operations knowledge

Inventory control practices

Production scheduling

ERP systems knowledge

Effective leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Job Title: Materials Supervisor

Reports To: Operations Manager

Role Summary

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all materials-related functions, including warehouse operations, inventory control, material flow, and scheduling to support production and shipping needs. This role ensures accurate material availability, efficient storage and distribution processes, and alignment with purchasing and production requirements. The Materials Supervisor leads a team and works cross-functionally to maintain accurate records, optimize efficiency, and support overall operational performance.

Core Responsibilities

Uphold KRB’s mission, vision, and values, demonstrate stewardship of employee ownership, and recognize the importance of safety for products, our customers, and our teammates.
Lead and support the warehouse team, providing direction, training, performance feedback, and development.
Oversee warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, material movement, and staging for production.
Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts, reconciliation, and documentation of material transactions.
Coordinate material scheduling to ensure timely availability for production and shipping requirements.
Utilize ERP systems to manage inventory levels, production schedules, material transactions, and reporting.
Monitor and improve materials processes to support efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effective operations.
Collaborate with production, purchasing, and shipping teams to resolve material issues and support workflow continuity.
Ensure compliance with company policies and safety regulations in all materials and warehouse activities.
As with all leadership roles at KRB, this position is actively hands‑on and requires regular participation in warehouse activities to support the team and daily operations.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience in materials management, warehouse leadership, inventory control, or related operations.
Skills: Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control practices, production scheduling, and ERP systems; effective leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

Work Environment

This role operates in a warehouse or shop‑floor environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to noise, moving mechanical parts, and other industrial conditions. Work may include coordination with production areas, shipping docks, and storage locations.

Physical Demands