Warehouse Operations Lead

Yanfeng; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is hiring a Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations, supervise 15–20 direct reports, and ensure accurate stock control and FIFO material flow. You will drive improvements, coach staff, and ensure safety and compliance in a manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of supervisory experience in warehousing, 1–3 years in automotive, and proficiency with WMS and Microsoft systems. A valid driver’s license and forklift certification are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Area of study in General Studies or Supply Chain Management or similar.
• 3-5 years of experience supervising warehouse/materials with direct reports.
• 1-3 years in the automotive industry preferred.
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license.
• Able to pass forklift certification testing.
• Detail oriented with strong counting/math skills.
• Experience with Microsoft systems.
• Experience with warehouse management systems.
• Experience coaching employees (performance reviews and corrective actions).
• Counting and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day warehouse activities: receiving, storing, and dispatching materials.
• Ensure FIFO rotation of materials across all warehouses.
• Record receiving and distribution of goods in the warehouse.
• Record stock levels and update coordinates for material coordinators.
• Participate and implement improvement projects for warehouse operations.
• Follow YF iOS work instructions and warehouse procedures.
• Adhere to environmental, health, safety and compliance requirements.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment; conduct safety audits.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Attention to detail

Math skills

Forklift operation

Microsoft systems

Warehouse management systems

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

General Studies/Supply Chain Management or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse management systems

Forklift certification

Job description

Yanfeng is hiring a Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations, supervise 15–20 direct reports, and ensure accurate stock control and FIFO material flow. You will drive improvements, coach staff, and ensure safety and compliance in a manufacturing setting.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of supervisory experience in warehousing, 1–3 years in automotive, and proficiency with WMS and Microsoft systems. A valid driver’s license and forklift certification are required.