Warehouse Supervisor

Dana Corp; Danville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp. seeks a Material Supervisor in Kentucky to lead the materials team, optimize receiving and inventory controls, and ensure production schedules stay on track. You will coordinate with production and supply chain to maintain material flow and compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of experience and 3+ years in material handling or supervision, with ERP experience (SAP) and strong cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storing, and distributing materials to support production schedules.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and train material handlers and clerks.
• Monitor inventory levels and conduct cycle counts with ERP updates.
• Collaborate with production, logistics, procurement, and quality teams to resolve material flow issues.

Skills

Team supervision

Inventory management

SAP ERP

Cross-functional comms

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

3+ years of experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the materials team in executing efficient receiving, inventory control, and distribution processes, while ensuring compliance with safety standards, optimizing inventory levels, and supporting production schedules. The Material Supervisor acts as a key link between warehouse operations, production, and supply chain management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving, storing, and distributing materials to ensure timely support of production and shipping schedules.
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide training and guidance to material handlers, clerks, and technicians.
• Monitor inventory levels, conduct cycle counts, and ensure proper documentation and system updates (e.g., in SAP or other ERP systems).
• Collaborate with production, logistics, procurement, and quality teams to resolve material flow issues and support operational efficiency.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
• 3+ years of experience

Skills

• Ability to supervise, motivate, and develop a team of material handlers and clerks, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP) to track, adjust, and report material movements.
• Effective communication with cross-functional teams (production, logistics, procurement).
• Ability to quickly resolve material flow issues or discrepancies.