Warehouse Shift Supervisor
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 12, 2026. Johnson Matthey scores B on the Alion truth index.
At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Warehouse Shift Supervisor, you'll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history and innovation. You'll help tackle the world's biggest challenges-cutting emissions, powering modern society, and enhancing lives-as we continue to apply, refine, and recycle metals that matter for a healthier and more resilient future.
The role:
As a Warehouse Shift Supervisor, you will help drive our goals by:
- Leading warehouse operations during the assigned shift, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, material handling, picking, and dispatch of materials.
- Coordinating with Production, Planning, Quality, and Logistics teams to ensure seamless material flow and on-time customer deliveries.
- Maintaining inventory accuracy through stock verification, FIFO compliance, cycle counting, and timely system transactions in SAP/WMS.
- Driving compliance with EHS, Quality, Customs, GST, and warehouse operating procedures while promoting a safe and organized workplace.
- Supervising warehouse associates, contract labour, forklift operators, and 3PL personnel to achieve operational excellence and productivity targets.
- Identifying process improvement opportunities to enhance warehouse efficiency, documentation accuracy, safety, and overall performance.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 8+ years of warehouse and distribution experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, material handling, and applicable legal and compliance requirements.
- Working knowledge of SAP (MM/PP/SD), MS Office, warehouse management systems, and inventory control processes. Knowledge of FEMA, PPAP, and APQP will be an advantage.
- Understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS), EHS practices, FIFO, batch traceability, and warehouse documentation.
- Proven leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate teams, allocate work, and drive high performance.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making skills with the ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify operational bottlenecks and implement effective solutions.
Even if you only match some of the skills, we'd love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-based rewards.
- Comprehensive medical and life insurance coverage.
- Provident Fund and retirement benefits.
- Learning and development opportunities to support career growth.
- Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives.
- An inclusive, collaborative, and values-driven working environment.
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.
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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.