Materials Warehouse Superintend

About the job

On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!

We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.

If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.

Apply below and let’s start the conversation.

Who We Are

Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.

As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.

Join Our Team

If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.

We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.

Position Summary

The Materials & Warehouse Superintendent oversees all warehouse, materials handling, inventory control, and inbound/outbound logistics operations. This role ensures the efficient flow, storage, and distribution of raw materials, components, and finished goods to support production schedules and customer requirements. The Superintendent leads warehouse supervisors, material handlers, and logistics personnel while driving safety, accuracy, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Warehouse Operations Leadership

• Direct daily warehouse operations including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, staging, and shipping.
• Lead and manage multiple shifts, including supervisors, team leads, and material handlers.
• Create and manage staffing schedules to meet production and shipping demands.
• Oversee the safe and efficient use of forklifts, trucks, and material-handling equipment.

2. Materials & Inventory Management

• Ensure accurate and timely flow of materials to production lines.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and root cause analysis of variances.
• Implement inventory control processes such as FIFO, Kanban, and replenishment systems.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages, overstock, and material obsolescence.

3. Logistics & Supplier Coordination

• Manage inbound and outbound freight, including carrier scheduling and dock operations.
• Coordinate with Purchasing on supplier issues, delivery timing, and material quality.
• Track shipments, resolve logistics disruptions, and oversee freight cost control.

4. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce OSHA, environmental, and company safety regulations across warehouse operations.
• Conduct safety training, equipment certifications, and incident investigations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant warehouse through 5S and housekeeping standards.

5. Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Identify opportunities to streamline warehouse operations and reduce waste.
• Lead Lean/CI initiatives such as 5S, standard work, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Develop, revise, and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Implement warehouse technology improvements (scanners, automation, WMS upgrades).

6. Reporting & Performance Management

• Track KPIs such as:
• Inventory accuracy
• On-time delivery
• Dock-to-stock time
• Material availability
• Warehouse productivity
• Prepare and present performance reports to plant and supply chain leadership.
• Conduct performance reviews and lead employee development plans.

Qualifications

Required

• 5 years of warehouse, logistics, or materials management experience.
• 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Strong understanding of inventory control and warehouse management systems (WMS/ERP).
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Preferred

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.
• APICS/ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or related supply chain coursework.
• Experience managing multiple shifts or large warehouse operations.
• Forklift trainer or certification.

Key Competencies

• Leadership & Team Development
• Inventory Accuracy & Controls
• Logistics Coordination
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Safety & Regulatory Compliance
• Time Management & Prioritization
• ERP/WMS Proficiency