.This job is a first-level supervisor at a large site (> 800 employees) supervising ~25 - 50 ee's or a non-supervisory team lead of a support function and typically reports into a second-level manager. Provides direct supervision to semi-skilled employees within a single function or work group. This includes establishing annual plans/objectives and interpretation of policies related to the functional area. Contributes to policy development. Work is performed within established professional standards and practices. Receives assignments in the form of tasks and goals and follows established processes to meet the goals of the unit. Executes budgets, develops schedules, and enforces policies and procedures. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may have a negative impact on the division's/department's operations, schedules, and/or performance goals. Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of employees, assigning tasks and checking work at regular intervals. Directs subordinates to achieve assignments using established guidelines, procedures, and policies. Participates in the interviewing and hiring process. Reviews employees' performance and recommends employee compensation; coaches for improved performance and recommends disciplinary action as necessary. Approves overtime schedules and working hours. Interacts directly with subordinates and peer groups; engages in routine exchanges of information; interactions with external contacts, if applicable, would be monitored.Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:Supervises some areas including receiving, distribution, traffic, finished good picking, shipping, offsite warehouse, packaging supplies and control of inventory. Develops, improves and enforces compliance with procedures for material handling. Ensures quality standards achieved. Identifies and drives process improvements. Analyzes best use of carriers and services. Maintains responsibility for carrier selection, rate and service negotiation. Ensures all domestic and international transportation related regulatory compliance for the site. Investigates loss/damage/shortage of finished goods inventory or inbound/outbound freight. Maintains performance metrics for area of responsibility. Maintains responsibility for planning, schedules and controlling offsite activities including warehouse access and usage.**Knowledge/Skills/Competencies**:- Good knowledge of an electronics manufacturing environment, material and processes- Knowledge of warehouse management operations and inventory control methods in a manufacturing environment.- Good understanding of internal and external customer requirements.- Good financial, analytical, contract knowledge and negotiation skills.- Good leadership and coaching skills.- Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy and working under tight time deadlines