Materials Superintendent

At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Polaris Industries Inc. seeks Materials Superintendent in Madison AL.

• Partner with the Materials Manager to ensure that the site workforce is deployed to execute strategic priorities focusing on Customer Service Material Flow and Inventory Accuracy.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision in the achievement of Safety Quality Productivity Schedule attainment Employee programs and Cost to the salaried and hourly levels within Materials.
• Develop strong relationships with cross-functional groups (managers project leads quality Mfg. engineers etc.).
• Coach and support all areas and supervision for the entire Materials operation including a third party Receiving and Warehouse.
• Provide daily communication and coordination within a multiple shift operation.
• Monitor and ensure a Safe work environment.
• Proactively assess the Safety Condition and Correct Safety issues.
• Ensure compliance with Safety Quality Environmental and Productivity standards by tracking useful KPIs daily and using the data to drive corrective action.
• Assign work tasks according to priority and Employee skills to meet or exceed the production schedule.
• Plan and organize activities to meet production deadlines.
• Encourage proper work performance by departmental employees through positive reinforcement. Enforce policies and procedures and apply disciplinary action as needed.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects and encourage others to participate.
• Assist in preparation of department budgets and adhere to it.
• Prepare and maintain inventory accuracy reports and records taking corrective action when necessary.
• Drive process consistency and standardization across all areas of Materials with a strong understanding of Material Flow and PFEP.

Requires a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Supply Chain Management Business Administration or a related field plus 5 years of experience. Required experience must include any amount of experience with all of the following:

• Generating process mapping documentation containing specifications engineering reports plans and procedures.
• Troubleshooting material processes and teaching and applying 7-Step-Problem solving to resolve downtime events.
• Chairing and participating in Material Flow engineering requirements reviews design reviews and leading internal and external packaging improvements.
• Monitoring systematic processes to ensure proper product consumption to maintain optimal stock levels reduce excess inventory and prevent stockouts.
• Planning mapping and improving delivery methods.
• Documenting and creating Standard Work and visual management systems for multiple levels of leadership and operations.

Occasional telecommuting permitted.

Must also have authority to work permanently in the U.S.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS:

Apply Online: and search Requisition No. 27874

To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status familial status status with regard to public assistance membership or activity in a local commission protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process should contact Human Resources at or.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().