Operations Supervisor

Talent Harbor; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Direct growth trajectory

Job summary

Talent Harbor seeks an Operations Supervisor for its Honolulu, HI facility to own and optimize local warehouse and light manufacturing operations. You will lead a hands-on crew, manage container receiving, inventory control, and continuous improvement initiatives on the island.

The role requires 3–5+ years of frontline supervisory experience, a willingness to operate equipment, and proficiency with ERP systems and RF scanning.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of supervisory or shift-lead experience directly within an industrial warehouse, building materials distribution center, or light manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to operate equipment, drive a forklift, or load materials alongside the team to meet tight delivery deadlines.
• Experience utilizing modern ERP inventory tracking systems and handheld RF barcode scanners for daily cycle counts and stock movements.
• Demonstrated ability to implement Lean/5S improvements or warehouse reorganization for cleaner, safer, and more organized facilities.
• Comfort standing/walking on concrete floors and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Own Floor Operations: Directly lead, mentor, and coach an on-site crew of 10 to 20 hourly staff.
• Drive Island Logistics & Distribution: Oversee container freight receiving, inventory staging, stock replenishment, and local order fulfillment.
• Optimize Space & Workflows: Apply Lean and 5S to maximize storage and minimize waste.
• Master Floor Metrics: Accountable for KPIs like Inventory Accuracy, Order Picking Accuracy, On-Time Delivery, and Labor Utilization.
• Oversee Assets & Equipment: Supervise PM routines and safe operation of forklifts and processing machinery.
• Maintain Data Discipline: Drive daily material transactions in a cloud ERP with barcode scanning.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Forklift operation

ERP & RF scanning

Lean/5S implementation

Floor leadership

Tools

ERP system

RF barcode scanners

Job description

Operations Supervisor – Warehouse & Light Manufacturing

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly Non-Exempt

Schedule: Standard Day Shift (Monday – Friday, Single Shift)

Compensation: $34.00 – $42.00 / hour (Estimated $70,700 – $87,300 base annualized, dependent on experience) + Full Overtime Eligibility (Overtime Rate: $51.00 – $63.00 / hr)

About the Role

Tired of corporate micromanagement? Ready to take full operational ownership of a local distribution hub and light manufacturing floor?

Talent Harbor has partnered with a premier national manufacturer and distributor of high-performance architectural building materials operating a multi-state network across the U.S.

We are seeking an autonomous, hands-on Operations Supervisor to lead daily warehouse logistics, container receiving, inventory control, and light manufacturing operations at our client's facility in Honolulu, HI.

Because the Hawaii branch operates with significant operational independence from mainland corporate headquarters, you will serve as the primary tactical operational leader on-site. We are looking for a visible, floor-first supervisor who steps onto a facility layout and immediately identifies how to apply Lean/5S workflows to make warehouse logistics and light assembly safer, faster, and more efficient.

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day

• Own Floor Operations: Directly lead, mentor, and coach an on-site crew of 10 to 20 hourly warehouse operators, material handlers, and machinery specialists.
• Drive Island Logistics & Distribution: Oversee container freight receiving, inventory staging, stock replenishment, and local island order fulfillment.
• Optimize Space & Workflows: Apply Lean and 5S principles to maximize warehouse storage capacity, organize staging cells, and minimize scrap/material damage.
• Master Floor Metrics: Take direct accountability for key operational KPIs, including Inventory Accuracy, Order Picking Accuracy, On-Time Delivery, and Labor Utilization.
• Oversee Assets & Equipment: Supervise preventive maintenance (PM) routines and safe operational parameters for industrial forklifts, processing machinery, and cutting tools.
• Maintain Data Discipline: Drive daily material transactions in a modern cloud-based ERP system using electronic barcoding and handheld RF scanning devices.

Note: This position completely owns back-office warehousing, inventory, and light production logistics. Front-office administrative duties (customer invoicing and sales order entry) are managed separately.

What We’re Looking For

• Frontline Leadership: 3 to 5+ years of supervisory or shift-lead experience directly within an industrial warehouse, building materials distribution center, or light manufacturing environment.
• Hands-On Leadership Style: High mechanical aptitude and a full willingness to step out of the office to operate equipment, drive a forklift, or load materials alongside the team to hit tight delivery deadlines.
• ERP & RF Scanning Discipline: Experience utilizing modern ERP inventory tracking systems and handheld RF barcode scanners for daily cycle counts and stock movements.
• Process Optimization Track Record: Demonstrated ability to implement Lean/5S improvements or warehouse reorganization that left a facility cleaner, safer, and more organized.
• Physical Capability: Comfort standing/walking on a concrete floor for extended periods and ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliability & Stability: A steady employment record showcasing professional reliability and local commitment.

Why You Should Apply

• True Floor Autonomy: Run the local island operation like your own business with zero mainland micromanagement.
• Fully Paid for All Hours Worked: Strictly non-exempt hourly role. Any time worked past 40 hours in a week is paid at standard time-and-a-half ($51.00 – $63.00 / hour).
• Industry Stability: Join a premier national network operating successfully for over 50 years (since 1974).
• Direct Growth Trajectory: Step into a critical role reporting directly to the regional General Manager.