Stores-Inventory Supervisor

JOB TITLE: Stores (Inventory) Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Stores

REPORTING TO: Supply Chain Manager

PRIMARY FUNCTION OF POSITION:

To lead and inspire the Stores team in executing accurate efficient and timely material handling

operations across receiving stocking kitting shipping and inventory control. This role is

accountable for enforcing industrys best practices continuous improvement through 6S and

Lean principles and driving a high-performance safety-focused culture that supports

manufacturing excellence.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Responsible to provide direct supervision of all receiving stocking kitting shipping and all

other Stores personnel. Ensure that all positions are appropriately staffed with highly motivated

and qualified individuals:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead by example to foster a culture of integrity ownership and continuous improvement.
• Inspire and mentor team members to achieve performance excellence.
• Ensure the department is highly motivated and capable individuals.
• Develop and implement structured onboarding cross-training and performance development plans.
• Recognize team achievements and implement accountability practices aligned with company values.

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain 98% inventory accuracy across Finished Goods Subassemblies Components and Consignment.
• Own daily cycle counting processes with root cause analysis and annual inventory planning and execution.
• Enforce precise inventory transaction standards: shipping receiving kitting requisition fulfillment stock purges NCM and material transfers.
• Ensure alignment of physical inventory with Macola ERP system data.

Operational Flow & Timely Transactions

• Partner with the Master Scheduler to ensure uninterrupted material supply to manufacturing.
• Drive timely processing of kits returns (to stock or supplier/customer) and shipping activities.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to reduce cycle times and eliminate bottlenecks.
• Implement visual management tools and dashboards to track material flow efficiency.

Process Organization & Standardization

• Develop and maintain comprehensive work instructions for all Stores operations.
• Standardize material storage and labeling systems to improve accessibility and reduce errors.
• Drive equipment and process improvement plans that enable scalability and throughput.

6S Lean and Continuous Improvement

• Lead 6S initiatives (Sort Set in Order Shine Standardize Sustain Safety) to maintain a clean safe and efficient work environment.
• Facilitate weekly SQCD (Safety Quality Cost Delivery) and 6S meetings to identify and drive key improvement projects.
• Apply Lean/Six Sigma tools to eliminate waste reduce errors and improve cycle times.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with safety standards and provide regular safety training.
• Maintain a safe work environment and proactively address risks or unsafe behaviors.
• Ensure all activities adhere to the Libra Quality Manual and regulatory requirements.

Systems & Logistics Management

• Accurately coordinate product movement including internal routing and van logistics.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll inputs for department personnel.
• Manage Stores equipment and materials handling tools for peak efficiency

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma.
• Proven experience in electronic manufacturing or related inventory/stores operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with a focus on team engagement.
• Hands-on experience with inventory accuracy programs and ERP systems (Macola preferred).

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience developing new inventory processes to reduce cycle time.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• This position will work in both front and shop environments.
• In the shop you will be exposed to airborne particles moving mechanical parts machines and material handling vehicles. PPE is required in this shop area.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing duties of this job the employee is required to have good hearing and sight.
• You will need to be able to walk the shop floor and be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities

duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing in this job description

restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any

time.

Libra Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants

will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex race color religion national

origin age marital status political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity genetic

information disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace

free of any discrimination or harassment.