Material Handler Supervisor

Overview

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. We are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

The Material Handler Supervisor is responsible for monitoring and overseeing the daily operations of the material handling and equipment operator staff for one assigned job site. The Material Supervisor serves as a subject matter expert in the core functions of material management and equipment operations.

• Supervising the daily operations for assigned job site(s).
• Serving as a subject matter expert regarding materials, tools, and rental equipment.
• Receiving, recording, and tracking inventory.
• Monitoring onsite distribution and delivery.
• Following up on requests from superintendents and foremen.
• Liaising with Assets Service Center to determine logistical information pertaining to time frame for delivery, size and scope of material request, and detailed parameters per each request.
• Determining the appropriate mode of transportation for inventory to be delivered.
• Analyzing reporting metrics and budget information.
• Preparing detailed reports for project meetings and presenting detailed information and reports at project meetings.
• Enforcing best practices for employee performance and policy adherence.
• Monitoring and recording employee performance, providing inputs to performance evaluations, and submitting these for completion by the Logistics Manager.
• Assisting secondary projects as applicable.
• Mentoring employees in performance and responsibilities to ensure they are prepared for new responsibilities as business demands increase.
• Understanding project logistics plans, including traffic delivery routes, site logistics schedules, and project stages both current and forthcoming.
• Understanding blueprints and project diagrams with regards to logistics strategies and planning.
• Ability to create, plan and execute a logistics strategy plan.

Education:

• 5+ years of demonstrated experience with a High School Diploma/GED or
• 2+ years with an Associate’s Degree

Experience:

• Proficiency with electrical design build materials and equipment, inventory management, warehouse and logistics service center processes and procedures.
• Experience and proficiency with advanced-level MS Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Physical ability to perform material handling responsibilities utilizing appropriate hand tools and lifting items up to 75 pounds.
• Strong command of the English language with effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent reporting and tracking skills, with a consistent record of accuracy, productivity, professionalism, and safety policy compliance.
• Experience in managing a team and resolving workplace conflicts.
• High level of interpersonal skills to interface with different stakeholders.
• Clean driving record and valid driver’s license; ability to obtain CMV if required.

• A collaborative team inspired by how engineering and innovation enhance customer outcomes, improve lives, and change the world for the better.
• Opportunity to lead and build a business with the support of an industry-leading firm with 75 years in business.
• Investment in skills and expertise through professional and technical training, including leadership training and tuition reimbursement.
• Open and transparent communication with senior leadership and local office management.

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis; use proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
• Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet, including ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
• Good vision and color discernment; ability to hear and communicate in English.
• Ability to identify potential problems and apply general rules to reach reasonable conclusions.
• Clarity in details and ability to follow safety and operational procedures.