Warehouse Operations Support Specialist 1

General Overview

Functional Area:  OPS - Operations
Career Stream:  SUP - Operations Support
Role:  Specialist
SAP Short Name:  SPE
Job Title:  Operations Support Specialist
Job Code:  SPE-OPS-SUP
Job Level:  Band 08
Direct/Indirect Indicator:  Indirect

Summary

Celestica is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations and teams within our rd facility. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 6 years of experience in warehouse supervision, demonstrating proficiency in material flow, receiving, shipping, and inventory control. 

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Daily Operations: Supervises some areas including receiving, distribution, traffic, finished good picking, shipping, offsite warehouse, packaging supplies and control of inventory. Directly supervise, organize, and control daily activities across one or more warehouse functions, including shipping, receiving, material handling, or kitting/trolley preparation.
• Team Management & Safety: Lead, schedule, train, and mentor a team of material handlers and clerks. Enforce all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment, acting as the first point of contact for incident response.
• Cycle Count Support: Oversee and enforce the execution of the daily cycle count program. Work directly with the Inventory Analyst to investigate and quickly resolve complex inventory discrepancies and transaction errors.
• Material Flow to Production: Ensure the accurate and timely movement of materials from storage to the production lines, specifically coordinating the delivery of materials for complex assemblies like liquid cooling modules and rack integration projects.
• System Compliance: Ensure all material movements (receiving, transfers, and shipments) are accurately processed in the Warehouse Management System (WMS) and the ERP/MRP system.
• Quality & Audits: Maintain high standards of warehouse organization (e.g., 5S principles). Conduct regular audits of inventory locations, labeling, and material handling practices to ensure compliance with company and customer quality requirements.
• Shipping & Receiving Oversight: Monitor inbound and outbound logistics processes, verifying documentation accuracy (packing slips, BOLs, customs documents) to ensure regulatory compliance and efficient carrier turnaround.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Experience managing materials and logistics in a manufacturing, distribution, or high-tech assembly environment. Familiarity with managing large volumes of varied electronic components is highly desired.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong practical experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and basic proficiency with ERP/MRP inventory modules. Knowledge of barcoding and scanning technology.
• Solid understanding of cycle counting, inventory reconciliation procedures, and safe operation of material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Proven ability to effectively manage, motivate, and train operational staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
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Physical Demands

• Work Environment: The role is split between a professional office setting and frequent time spent in warehouse manufacturing floor.
• Physical Demands: Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and the ability to lift materials (up to 20 lbs) safely. Must be able to work in areas requiring the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Flexibility: Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends or evenings, to support production and critical shipping/receiving deadlines.

Typical Experience

• Four to six years of relevant experience

Typical Education

• Bachelor's degree in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational requirements may vary by geography.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.