Materials Handling Supervisor, Cavite

Supervise daily materials handling activities including receiving, storage, issuance, and internal transport of materials

Ensure timely delivery of raw materials to production areas (e.g., cane milling, fermentation, distillation, utilities)

Oversee loading and unloading operations of trucks and delivery vehicles

Monitor handling of finished products and by-products (e.g., ethanol, molasses, CO2, vinasse if applicable)

Ensure proper stacking, labeling, and storage of materials

Maintain FIFO / FEFO implementation where applicable

Coordinate with Warehouse, Production, and Procurement teams for material requirements

Conduct time and motion studies to improve materials handling efficiency

Analyze manpower utilization and recommend optimal staffing levels

Develop and improve materials handling workflows and layout

Implement productivity improvement initiatives

Identify and eliminate non-value-adding activities

Improve turnaround time of material movements

Optimize warehouse and yard layout for better space utilization

Develop standard work procedures for materials handling operations

Ensure preventive maintenance coordination with Plant Maintenance

Monitor fuel consumption and equipment utilization

Ensure safe operation of all materials handling equipment

Enforce safety policies and procedures in materials handling operations

Conduct regular safety inspections of warehouse and yard areas

Ensure proper PPE usage by materials handling personnel

Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions

Ensure accurate recording of material movements

Monitor stock levels and report discrepancies

Coordinate with Warehouse team for cycle counts and inventory audits

Maintain materials handling reports and performance metrics

Lead cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives

Recommend automation opportunities where applicable

Participate in lean manufacturing or operational excellence initiatives

Implement 5S in materials handling areas

Supervise Materials Handling Operators, Helpers, and Drivers

Prepare manpower schedules and shift assignments

Conduct coaching and performance evaluation

Identify training needs and conduct skill development programs

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering (Preferred)

At least 35 years experience in materials handling, warehouse, or logistics operations

Experience in manufacturing or bioethanol plant is an advantage

Experience in Industrial Engineering or process improvement is preferred

Experience supervising manpower is required

Industrial Engineering and process improvement skills

Knowledge of materials handling and warehouse operations

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge in time and motion study

Layout planning and workflow optimization

Leadership and supervisory skills

Good coordination and communication skills

Knowledge in safety practices

Basic computer skills (Excel, reporting, data analysis)