Materials Supervisor
Materials Supervisor
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Job Description
The Manufacturing Materials Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the flow and kitting of materials within a manufacturing facility ensuring efficient procurement storage distribution and inventory management to support production and aftermarket schedules. This role involves supervising a team coordinating with other departments and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The supervisor plays a critical role in optimizing material handling processes to minimize costs and maximize productivity.
Qualifications :
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in supply chain management Business Administration Logistics or a related field. An associates degree with significant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelors degree.
3-5 years of experience in materials management inventory control or a supervisory role within a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents such as Bill of Materials (BOM) and drawings required.
Proficiency in supply chain management software inventory management systems (e.g. ERP MRP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong ability to lead motivate and develop a team with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (e.g. 5S Kaizen RIE) required.
Critical thinking problem-solving and decision-making abilities to optimize processes and troubleshoot issues.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 30-50 lbs. stand for prolonged periods and operate material handling equipment like forklifts or pallet jacks.
Familiarity with OSHA guidelines safety best practices and industry-specific regulations.
Additional Information :
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the procurement storage and distribution of raw materials supplies and equipment to meet production schedules while preventing overstocking or shortages.
Lead Train and supervise a team of kitting associates ensuring proper execution of kitting tasks and adherence to standard operating procedures. Oversee the assembly organization and packaging of kits to ensure required components are included and meet quality standards. Collaborate with production warehouse and procurement teams to align kitting schedules with production demands.
Collaborate with sales production and customer service teams to resolve shipping issues and meet customer expectations.
Maintain accurate inventory levels using systems like KANBAN or FIFO monitor stock levels and coordinate with purchasing and logistics teams.
Lead train and evaluate a team of material handlers warehouse staff kitting or logistics employees fostering a productive and safe work environment.
Develop and implement strategies to improve supply chain and kitting efficiency reduce waste and enhance material handling processes.
Enforce safety regulations (e.g. OSHA guidelines) and ensure compliance with industry standards for material handling and storage.
Collaborate with production engineering and quality control departments to ensure timely availability of materials and resolve operational issues.
Maintain accurate records of material movements inventory counts and receiving reports using integrated manufacturing software systems.
Troubleshoot operational roadblocks such as supply chain disruptions or equipment issues and make data-driven decisions to maintain workflow.
Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to material flow kitting/aftermarket and team productivity adjusting as needed.
Participate in daily Management Daily improvement walks.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
