Logistics Shift Lead

The In‑Fab Logistics Shift Lead is responsible for directing daily material‑handling operations within the fab, with a primary focus on overseeing dock activity, coordinating material movement of non‑heavyweight items, maintaining tracking accuracy, and ensuring shift‑level performance. This role leads a team of Material Handlers and Dock Runners, ensuring all work complies with safety standards, customer Ways of Working (WoW), and operational KPIs. The Shift Lead plays a critical role in maintaining smooth material flow, ensuring traceability, and supporting production readiness.

 

1. Shift Leadership & Team Coordination

• Lead, coordinate, and support the shift team—including Material Handlers and Dock Runners.
• Assign daily tasks and adjust team workflow based on priorities, workload, and operational needs.
• Provide onthejob training, coaching, and support to maintain high team performance and adherence to procedures.

2. Operational Oversight

• Oversee execution of all shift activities to ensure production, inventory flow, and material movements stay on schedule.
• Monitor progress, remove obstacles, and escalate issues in real time to prevent delays.
• Ensure proper unloading/loading of nonheavyweight materials at the dock and accurate internal transportation within the fab.

3. Quality, Accuracy & Compliance

• Verify material handling accuracy by reviewing Inventory Management Tracker updates, storage accuracy, serial tracking, and proper documentation.
• Support cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and ensure corrective actions are completed.
• Confirm all materials are handled using approved methods and aligned with customer standards.

4. Communication & Reporting

• Act as the primary shift level liaison between InFab Logistics, management, warehouse, and other internal stakeholders.
• Communicate operational issues, risks, delays, or escalations promptly and professionally.
• Document shift updates, exceptions, action items, and handoff notes for the next team.

5. Safety, Standards & Compliance

• Enforce all safety rules, contaminationcontrol practices, and cleanroom protocols.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure immediate response to hazards or noncompliance.
• Reinforce adherence to customer specific Ways of Working (WoW) and all site policies.

6. All Responsibilities of Material Handler & Dock RunnerThe Shift Lead is expected to perform, oversee, and ensure compliance with all responsibilities outlined in both the Material Handler and Dock Runner roles, including:

• Material movement and tracking
• Inventory Tracker updates within 24 hours
• Serial number documentation
• Tool return inspections
• Storage location accuracy
• Cleanroom and dock cleanliness

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or logistics coursework preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or infab logistics.
• Prior experience in a leadership, lead, or coordinator role preferred.
• Proficiency with Inventory Management Trackers or similar ERP systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple activities in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing, hightech logistics, or cleanroom operations.
• Strong understanding of contaminationcontrol practices and tracking requirements.
• Experience guiding teams and providing constructive feedback.
• Competence with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting and communication.
• Strong analytical abilities for resolving discrepancies and supporting problem investigations.