Material Handling Supervisor

Material Handling Supervisor – Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
Join a forward‑thinking manufacturing organisation committed to innovation, quality and sustainability. This position is ideal for an experienced material handling professional who enjoys leading teams, streamlining processes and ensuring materials flow efficiently through a busy production environment.

Salary
Competitive

Location and Working Pattern
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear – on‑site role within a modern production facility.
Currently a dayshift pattern but subject to change with shift allowance paid

Client Overview
Our client is a world‑leading battery technology company dedicated to advancing renewable energy solutions. Through intelligent innovation and collaboration across teams, they help to shape the future of clean energy manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Supervise material handling staff, including scheduling, training and performance management.
• Manage waste, inventory and material flow across the production facility.
• Coordinate with production, logistics and procurement teams to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Enforce safety standards and implement best practices for all material handling activities.
• Monitor and analyse handling processes, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency.
• Maintain accurate records of material movements, inventory levels and equipment usage.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management on performance and improvement initiatives.

Must‑have Requirements

• Proven experience in material handling or warehouse operations, ideally within the automotive sector.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Competence in using inventory management systems and material handling equipment.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a focus on accuracy and safety.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced production environment.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles or similar continuous improvement methods.
• Previous experience using SAP or comparable enterprise systems.

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Holidays

Apply Now
If you’re ready to bring your leadership and operational expertise to a business driving the clean energy revolution, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career.

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