Warehouse Supervisor

<div class="content-intro"><p class="p1">Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA.</p></div><p>The Warehouse Supervisor owns day-to-day warehouse execution: receiving, storage, kitting, line delivery, and inventory accuracy.</p>

<p>The Supervisor leads Material Handlers and Leads, enforces safety and documentation standards, and partners with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to keep materials flowing and prevent shortages.</p>

<p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p>

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Operations & Inventory</span></p>

<ul>

<li>Oversee daily warehouse operations, including layout, storage, labeling, and organization of production materials and kits.</li>

<li>Ensure incoming shipments are received, inspected, checked against purchase orders, and logged accurately in the WMS before prompt putaway.</li>

<li>Ensure kits are built to Bill of Materials and delivered to production per the schedule and build requirements.</li>

<li>Own inventory accuracy: set the cycle count schedule, lead inventory audits, investigate discrepancies, and drive root-cause corrections.</li>

<li>Maintain accurate, real-time visibility of quantities, condition, and location of all materials.</li>

<li>Oversee quarantine of suspect parts and escalation to Engineering and Quality; track dispositions to closure.</li>

<li>Review and approve red-lined documents for revision changes.</li>

</ul>

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">People Leadership</span></p>

<ul>

<li>Lead, schedule, and assign daily work to Material Handlers and Leads based on production priorities and KPIs identified by Materials Movement Manager.</li>

<li>Hire, onboard, and train warehouse staff and temporary labor as volume grows.</li>

<li>Ensure each employee’s Training Plan is completed; coach team members and conduct performance feedback.</li>

<li>Resolve team issues and escalate matters beyond scope to the Warehouse Manager.</li>

</ul>

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Planning & Cross-Functional Partnership</span></p>

<ul>

<li>Work with MPMs to recommend pull ins when supply is low.</li>

<li>Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to flag shortages or bottlenecks before they affect the build schedule.</li>

</ul>

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Process, Safety & Compliance</span></p>

<ul>

<li>Develop and maintain SOPs and checklists for receiving, storage, kitting, line replenishment, cycle counts, and quarantine.</li>

<li>Drive continuous improvement using Lean principles (5S, FIFO) and track warehouse KPIs (inventory accuracy, on-time kit delivery, receiving cycle time, shortages).</li>

<li>Enforce safety protocols, PPE use, chemical handling requirements, and powered equipment rules; conduct safety audits and address hazards promptly.</li>

<li>Ensure GMP and GDP compliance across the warehouse.</li>

<li>Support hands-on work (receiving, kitting, forklift operation) when needed to meet schedule.</li>

</ul>

<p>Minimum Requirements: </p>

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Education / Experience</span></p>

<ul>

<li>AS in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.</li>

<li>7+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or materials management, preferably in manufacturing.</li>

<li>2+ years leading or supervising a team.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Proven record of owning inventory accuracy at scale.</li>

<li>Strong experience with WMS/ERP systems, barcode scanning, and inventory tracking tools; proficient in spreadsheets and reporting.</li>

<li>Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and Lean principles (FIFO, 5S).</li>

<li>Working knowledge of GMP and GDP.</li>

<li>Ability to coach, train, and hold team members accountable.</li>

<li>Excellent written and verbal communication in English; able to coordinate across Production, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing.</li>

<li>Able to make sound decisions independently and solve problems in real time.</li>

<li>Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.</li>

</ul>

<p>Knowledge & Skills: </p>

<ul>

<li>Leadership, coaching, and conflict resolution.</li>

<li>Strong organization and attention to detail.</li>

<li>Data analysis and KPI reporting.</li>

<li>Basic to intermediate math skills.</li>

<li>Process documentation and SOP development.</li>

</ul>

<p>Physical Requirements & Abilities:</p>

<ul>

<li>Able to lift up to 50 lbs.</li>

<li>Able to work with chemicals using required PPE.</li>

<li>Able to operate forklift, electric pallet jack, and pallet jack (certification required within 30 days of hire if not already held).</li>

<li>Mandatory overtime may be required.</li>

<li>Posture and movement: stand 6-8 hrs; walk 2-4 hrs; sit 0-2 hrs; bend, squat 0-2 hrs; reach, grasp 6-8 hrs; push/pull 2-4 hrs.</li>

</ul>

<p><strong>Bonus Qualifications: </strong></p>

<ul>

<li>Experience with robotics, automation, or electromechanical assembly environments.</li>

<li>Experience with high-tech manufacturing and rapidly scaling operations.</li>

<li>Forklift or powered equipment certification.</li>

<li>Lean / Six Sigma or APICS (CPIM) certification.</li>

</ul>

<p>The US base pay range for this full-time position is $42.00 to $58.00 per hour.</p>

<p>The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.</p>