What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Supervisor position at Pierce Aluminum Company Inc?
Job Title: Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Federal Way, Washington
Department: Warehouse Operations
Reports To: Branch Manager
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized and hands-on Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations in our aluminum distribution and light manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for managing warehouse personnel, optimizing material flow, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining efficient inventory control. With a 90% focus on distribution and 10% on manufacturing, the ideal candidate will have experience in metal processing, logistics, and warehouse operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Warehouse Operations & Distribution (90%)
- Supervise daily warehouse activities, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of aluminum products.
- Ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment while optimizing material flow and warehouse layout.
- Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counting and system audits.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company regulations.
- Coordinate with transportation and logistics providers to ensure cost-effective and timely deliveries.
- Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP software to track inventory and orders.
Manufacturing Support (10%)
- Oversee light manufacturing processes, such as cutting, sawing, and fabrication of aluminum materials.
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained and operators are trained on safe use.
- Work with production teams to coordinate material flow and minimize downtime.
Leadership & Team Management:
- Supervise and coach warehouse employees, ensuring productivity and adherence to company standards.
- Conduct training sessions on safety, equipment operation, and warehouse procedures.
- Lead team meetings to communicate performance goals and process improvements.
Qualifications & Skills:
- 3 years of warehouse supervision experience, preferably in metals distribution or manufacturing.
- Strong understanding of warehouse logistics, inventory management, and distribution processes.
- Ability to operate and train employees on forklifts, overhead cranes, and other warehouse equipment.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and hazardous material handling.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in aluminum distribution or metal fabrication.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and warehouse optimization strategies.
- Forklift and equipment certification.
- Experience with CNC router programing and operations.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
- Warehouse environment with exposure to moving machinery and metal materials.
- Frequent lifting (up to 50 lbs), standing, and operating warehouse equipment.
- Occasional overtime based on operational demands.
This is an excellent opportunity for a warehouse professional with experience in metals distribution and light manufacturing to step into a leadership role in a growing company.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $32