MATERIALS HANDLER SUPERVISOR
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Materials Handler Supervisor
Smithsonian Institution
Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location
Landover, Maryland
Salary
$34.80 - $40.61
per hour
Type
Full Time
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February 3, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of materials handlers at the Smithsonian Institution, overseeing shipping, receiving, and hazardous waste management while ensuring smooth operations in their facilities.
You'll supervise daily tasks, motivate employees, resolve issues, and create guidelines for handling materials safely and efficiently.
It's a great fit for someone with hands-on experience in logistics or warehousing who enjoys leading teams and improving processes in a dynamic environment like a museum complex.
Key Requirements
- Experience supervising teams in materials handling, shipping, or receiving operations
- Ability to track work progress, motivate employees, and maintain morale
- Knowledge of managing hazardous waste programs and related safety protocols
- Skills in counseling employees and resolving workplace complaints or disputes
- Proficiency in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for material handling
- Relevant paid or unpaid experience in logistics, including volunteer work that demonstrates leadership and organizational skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving abilities to oversee office functions effectively
Full Job Description
The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 21 museums and the National Zoo.
This position is located in the office of Facilities Engineering and Operations (OFEO) which is responsible for all Smithsonian facilities.
In order to be rated qualified, an applicant's overall experience and training must indicate possession of the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position.
Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience.
Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience.
Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Major Duties:
The Materials Handler Supervisor will serve within the Metro Support Branch, Museum Support Services Division.
In this position, you will: Serve as a working First Line Supervisor, exercising supervisory responsibilities Track and report progress on work assignments Maintain employee motivation and moral Oversee the management of the Shipping/Receiving Office and manage the Hazardous Waste Program Counsel employees and attempt to resolve complaints, disputes, and potential grievances at the lowest possible level Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for material handling functions
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