Job Overview

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable, and more connected world.

The Shipping & Receiving Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily flow of optical components, materials, and finished products throughout the facility. This role ensures accurate inventory management, efficient warehouse operations, on-time shipments, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The supervisor will lead warehouse personnel while supporting manufacturing operations in a fast-paced optics production environment.

Please note: operations are currently based at a temporary site in Webster, NY. The team will transition to a permanent Rochester location (near RIT) upon completion.

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Job Requirements

•    Supervise shipping, receiving, inventory control, and warehouse personnel.
•    Manage the movement, storage, and handling of optical components, precision equipment, and finished products.
•    Ensure timely receipt and shipment of materials to support production schedules and customer requirements.
•    Monitor warehouse productivity and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
•    Lead cycle counting, inventory accuracy, and material traceability programs.
•    Verify orders, packing lists, inventory transactions, and shipping documentation for accuracy.
•    Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Planning, and Customer Service teams.
•    Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality management requirements.
•    Oversee warehouse equipment, material handling systems, and facility inspections.
•    Ensure proper packaging and handling procedures for sensitive optical products and components.
•    Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, safety, and productivity.
•    Train, mentor, and develop warehouse personnel while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Metrics
•    Safety performance and compliance.
•    Inventory accuracy and cycle count performance.
•    On-time delivery to internal and external customers.
•    Warehouse productivity and throughput.
•    Material availability supporting production schedules.
•    Shipping accuracy and customer satisfaction.
•    Continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives

What your background should look like

•    Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
•    4+ years of experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics, or manufacturing operations and 1 year in a managerial position 
•    Previous supervisory or team leadership experience required.
•    Experience supporting optics, photonics, precision manufacturing, or high-tech manufacturing environments preferred.
•    Strong understanding of inventory control systems and warehouse management processes.
•    Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
•    Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
•    Proven ability to analyze data, solve problems, and implement process improvements.
•    Strong attention to detail when handling high-value and precision optical products.
•    Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Preferred Experience
•    Optical manufacturing, photonics, laser systems, fiber optics, or precision assembly environments.
•    Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
•    Quality systems experience within regulated manufacturing industries.
•    Inventory management and warehouse optimization programs.

This position offers the opportunity to lead critical logistics operations supporting the production and delivery of advanced optical products used in next-generation technologies.

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