Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Richardson, TX - USA
Job Summary
JOB TITLE: Warehouse Operations Supervisor (Inventory/Receiving/Shipping)
DEPARTMENT: Stores
REPORTING TO: Site General Manager
PRIMARY FUNCTION OF POSITION:
The Warehouse Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading and optimizing Libra Industries manufacturing warehouse operations including inventory strategy accuracy material flow kitting receiving and shipping to support operational excellence and on-time delivery.
This role owns inventory integrity across raw material WIP and finished goods with a strong focus on ensuring material readiness for production. Additionally the Warehouse Operations Supervisor manages receiving and shipping execution while driving continuous improvement in systems processes and team performance.
This leader ensures the right material is in the right place at the right time from receipt through internal distribution to production and final shipment enabling Libra to deliver on our Built to Deliver commitment.
This role requires the ability to operate effectively within current systems while identifying and driving improvements balancing day-to-day execution with forward-thinking process enhancements.
This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) environment requiring both operational execution and a big-picture systems-thinking mindset.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Inventory Strategy & Ownership
- Own inventory accuracy and integrity across all material locations
- Establish and drive inventory performance KPIs (accuracy turns shortages cycle count effectiveness)
- Lead inventory planning strategies to support production demand and operational efficiency
- Develop and implement scalable inventory control processes and standards
- Ensure material availability and readiness to support production schedules
Receiving Material Flow & Shipping
- Oversee all incoming inventory and outgoing finished goods ensuring accurate timely and safe operations
- Manage raw material flow from receiving through production staging and consumption
- Lead and improve kitting processes ensuring timely and accurate delivery of kits to production
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in material movement and staging
- Work closely with Production and Supply Chain leadership to ensure material flow supports operational needs
- Serve as the primary liaison with customers logistics departments and assigned carriers
Operational Leadership
- Lead and develop the inventory/stockroom material handling receiving and shipping teams
- Provide clear direction coaching and accountability aligned with Libras Built to Deliver culture
- Maintain visibility to both day-to-day execution and broader operational impact
- Ensure timely and accurate material transactions in ERP system (Macola or equivalent)
Systems Data & Continuous Improvement
- Drive ERP inventory accuracy and transaction discipline
- Lead cycle count program and annual physical inventory process
- Analyze inventory trends shortages and material flow constraints
- Identify and execute process improvements using Lean and continuous improvement principles
- Evaluate current systems and implement scalable forward-looking improvements
- Implement best practices for material flow storage and traceability
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Partner with:
Supply Chain
Planning
Scheduling
Manufacturing
Quality
Finance
to ensure alignment on material availability production readiness and inventory performance
- Support audits compliance requirements and operational initiatives
Leadership Expectations
This role requires a leader who demonstrates:
- Accountability
- Ownership mentality
- Bias for action
- Data-driven decision making
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to balance hands-on execution with strategic thinking
- Ability to see the bigger picture while developing their team to execute daily operations
Operational Excellence & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with ISO quality and regulatory standards
- Maintain a safe organized and efficient work environment
- Support facility and supply chain initiatives
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- 5 years of manufacturing warehouse / materials experience (EMS or similar preferred)
- 2 years leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong experience with raw materials production support and material flow
- Experience supporting production environments with material readiness and inventory accuracy
- ERP experience (Macola SAP Oracle or similar)
- Strong understanding of inventory control best practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations or related field
- Lean / Six Sigma experience
- Experience improving kitting processes and material flow efficiency
- Background in supply chain planning or buying roles (component-level experience preferred)
- Experience in electronics manufacturing or complex manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of component availability shortages and production readiness
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to walk manufacturing floor regularly
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
We have a unique capability offering based on the roots of our legacy businesses: over 85 years of precision machining and design & assembly.