Warehouse Manager - Silfab Solar

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make. 

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.  

Our state-of-the art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth.  We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world. 

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come. 

Summary of Functions:

This position will manage the warehouse production scheduling and may include support new ERP/MRP implementation for the company. This may include but is not limited to setting up warehouse systems including physical layout, order management, inventory management, policies, procedures and work instructions. The position will also be tasked with limited technical support on the ERP system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Scheduling orders of raw materials and supplies in collaboration with Purchasing and the Operations Manager. Monitor and control inventory integrity
• Schedule orders for spare parts, in cooperation with the Maintenance and the Purchasing departments.
• Plan and manage the shipment of finished products according to the procedures prepared in cooperation with Operations and in collaboration with Accounting.
• Establish and maintain an inventory management system to include the physical setup of the warehouse(s) and the system for accurate inventory management.     Maintain product identification and location program.
• Develop policies and procedures for the implementation of quality control systems and traceability systems. Assist Quality department to track non-conforming product.
• Manage the hiring, training and supervision of warehouse staff warehouse staff.
• Ensure traceability of the finished product through appropriate use of the information coming from production and proper use of the ERP-system.
• Ensure return to minimum stock of raw materials and consumable materials in the production area in collaboration with Production. Provide guidance to material handlers for inventory tracking on production floor.
• Perform periodic maintenance of the ERP management system, in collaboration with Accounting by updating the “item part numbers” of the finished products, raw materials, consumables, and spare parts. Manage physical inventories/cycle counts/random or receipt audits/reconciliations.
• Plan activities for the organization of the warehouse including packing garbage removals.
• Optimize the management of warehouse activities.
• Draft the warehouse budget.
• Prepare periodic inventories of the production and warehouse areas in collaboration with Production. Monitor and organize consumable items to best suit production needs.
• Manage and maintain the warehouse equipment, such as forklifts, electric pump trucks etc.
• Maintain accurate logs, files and documentation.

Education and Experience

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8 year’s progressively responsible work experience in warehouse setting
• Experience in IT Systems and ERP (Oracle, Navision or other ERP Systems)
• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems and procedures
• Forklift knowledge and experience
• Experience in logistics management
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a part of team
• Detailed-oriented individual capable of time and project management
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel and posses a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3 years previous leadership experience in a manufacturing/distribution warehouse
• Project or initial warehouse setup and/or automation experience

Physical:

• Noise Exposure: Elevated levels: 75% of time
• Repetitive Motions: 90% of time
• Standing: 90% of time
• Lifting: Up to 50 pounds 10% of time, 25 pounds 15%, > 10 pounds 75% of time
• Walking: 80% of time
• Outdoor Exposure: >20% of time

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive Market Wages 
• 401(k) Retirement Plan  
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans 
• Health Savings Account option  
• Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance Plans 
• Employee Assistance Program  
• Tuition Reimbursement Program  
• Employee Recognition Programs 
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.