Warehouse Supervisor (Bilingual Korean/English)​‌

Job Description

Position Summary

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The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for supervising daily warehouse and plant logistics operations while actively participating in warehouse activities. This hands-on leadership role oversees inbound receiving, inventory control, production material supply, outbound shipping, warehouse system transactions, and warehouse personnel to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient operations.

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The Warehouse Supervisor is expected to perform warehouse system transactions (WMS/ERP), operate forklifts and material handling equipment as needed, and provide direct operational support during peak workloads while ensuring uninterrupted material flow to production.

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Key Responsibilities

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1. Daily Warehouse Operations

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• Supervise daily warehouse activities including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, shipping, production staging, and finished goods handling.
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• Coordinate daily work assignments and labor allocation based on production schedules and shipment priorities.
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• Ensure timely movement of materials between warehouse and production lines.
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• Monitor daily warehouse activities to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with company procedures.
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• Verify shipping accuracy before outbound shipments.
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• Support urgent production requests and material movements.
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2. Inventory Control & Material Management

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• Perform daily inventory transactions using WMS and ERP systems.
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• Maintain accurate inventory records through timely system updates.
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• Support cycle counts, physical inventory, and inventory reconciliation.
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• Ensure proper lot control, batch tracking, and material traceability.
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• Monitor warehouse locations and maintain inventory accuracy.
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• Investigate inventory discrepancies and assist with corrective actions.
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• Ensure FIFO/FEFO practices are followed where applicable.
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3. Warehouse Systems & Documentation

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• Process all warehouse transactions accurately within WMS, SAP, or ERP systems.
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• Create and maintain receiving, shipping, inventory, and production movement transactions.
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• Prepare and verify shipping documents including Bills of Lading (BOL), packing lists, receiving documents, and inventory records.
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• Report system issues and coordinate with management for resolution.
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• Ensure all warehouse documentation is complete and accurate.
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4. Forklift & Material Handling Operations

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• Safely operate forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as needed.
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• Load and unload trucks.
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• Move raw materials, WIP, and finished goods throughout the warehouse and production areas.
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• Assist warehouse operators during high-volume periods.
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• Perform daily forklift inspections and report equipment issues.
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• Ensure safe handling of all materials.
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5. Team Leadership

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• Supervise warehouse associates, forklift operators, temporary employees, and contract labor.
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• Train new employees on warehouse procedures, safety practices, and system operations.
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• Monitor employee productivity, attendance, and work quality.
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• Provide coaching and performance feedback.
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• Ensure proper shift coverage and workload balancing.
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• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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6. KPI & Operational Performance

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• Monitor daily warehouse KPIs including - Inventory Accuracy, Shipping Accuracy, On-Time Shipping, Production Material Delivery, Labor Productivity, Dock-to-Stock Time, etc.
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• Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions.
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• Support Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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• Prepare daily operational reports for management.
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7. Safety & Compliance

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• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company EHS policies.
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• Conduct daily safety observations and housekeeping inspections.
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• Maintain warehouse organization using 5S principles.
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• Ensure forklifts and warehouse equipment are operated safely.
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• Report accidents, near misses, and safety concerns immediately.
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• Support internal safety audits.
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8. Cross-functional Coordination

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• Coordinate daily activities with Production, Planning, Quality, Maintenance, Transportation, and Customer Service.
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• Communicate operational issues and shipment status to management.
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• Support customer visits, inventory audits, and operational inspections.
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• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with transportation providers.
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Required Qualifications

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• 3+ years of warehouse or plant logistics experience in a manufacturing environment.
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• 1+ years of warehouse lead or supervisory experience preferred.
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• Hands-on experience with warehouse operations, inventory control, and material handling.
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• Experience using WMS, SAP, or ERP systems for warehouse transactions.
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• Forklift operation experience and ability to obtain forklift certification.
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• Willingness to operate forklifts and perform physical warehouse work as needed.
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• Strong understanding of inventory management and warehouse processes.
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• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and warehouse safety practices.
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• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word).
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• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
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• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Experience in battery, chemical, automotive, semiconductor, or manufacturing industries.
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• SAP WM or other warehouse management system experience.
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• Experience supporting production material flow.
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• Lean Manufacturing or Kaizen experience.
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• Business-level Korean proficiency preferred.
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Physical Requirements

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• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
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• Stand and walk for extended periods.
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• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks.
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• Work in warehouse and manufacturing environments.
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• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require.
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Equal Opportunity & Inclusive Workplace

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LX Pantos America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we strive to create an environment where all employees feel respected and empowered.

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We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.