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Baker Manufacturing

Baker Manufacturing

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Shipping & Material Handling Supervisor (Working Supervisor)

Baker Manufacturing Company LLC

Evansville, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Shipping & Material Handling Supervisor (Working Supervisor)
Location: Evansville & Janesville, WI
Shift: 1st Shift
Employment Type: Full-Time
Join the Baker Manufacturing Team!
Baker Manufacturing is seeking a hands-on Shipping & Material Handling Supervisor to lead our warehouse, shipping, receiving, and inventory operations across our Evansville and Janesville facilities.
This is a working supervisor role, meaning you'll lead by example while actively participating in daily warehouse operations. We're looking for a motivated leader who enjoys developing employees, improving processes, and creating a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.
If you're ready to make an impact with a growing manufacturing company, we'd love to hear from you.
Must live within short driving distance.
Responsibilities
  • Lead, coach, mentor, and develop the material handling team while promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.
  • Lead by example by actively participating in daily warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory, and material handling activities.
  • Lead operational change by modernizing legacy processes and successfully guiding employees through change with strong communication, engagement, and accountability.
  • Plan daily work assignments and prioritize resources to support production schedules and customer requirements.
  • Oversee the receipt, storage, movement, staging, and shipment of raw materials, components, and finished goods.
  • Ensure materials are delivered accurately and on time to support manufacturing operations.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy through proper ERP transactions, cycle counts, and inventory control practices.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
  • Coordinate outbound shipments to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and on-time delivery.
  • Monitor warehouse operations and identify opportunities to improve productivity, material flow, and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Planning, Customer Service, Engineering, and Quality to resolve issues and support operational success.
  • Support Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement initiatives, 5S, and workplace organization efforts.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records, departmental documentation, and operational reports.
  • Monitor key performance indicators, including inventory accuracy, shipping performance, and productivity, and take corrective action when needed.
  • Promote and enforce all company safety policies while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Support ISO standards, quality procedures, audits, and company policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5 years of forklift and material handling experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, or material handling.
  • Strong ERP experience required; Epicor experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead operational change, modernize legacy processes, and successfully guide employees through change.
  • Strong communication, leadership, coaching, and employee engagement skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Experience with inventory control and warehouse operations.
  • Valid driver's license with the ability to travel between Evansville and Janesville locations.
Benefits
Baker Manufacturing offers a competitive benefits package, including:
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
  • Optional Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Education Assistance
  • Wellness Program
  • Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 100 pounds.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and operating material handling equipment.
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
Apply Today!
If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys building strong teams while driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and join the Baker Manufacturing team.

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