Material Flow Supervisor

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Quick Summary

The person in this role will spend their time promoting teamwork within the groups to excel at meeting internal and external customer expectations including ensuring material is received within 24 hours and delivered to the production floor in the appropriate qty and in the correct format to maximize production efficiency.

Basic Background Requirements

Interpersonal Skills including open minded objective ability to give balanced feedback self-motivated and able to motivate others and detail oriented

Technical Skills including strong computer skills (MS Office and SAP) understanding of MRP concepts problem solving skills project management skills quality systems knowledge and an appreciation for a safe work environment

Communication Skills including ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization good presentation skills and excellent listening skills

Leadership Skills including organizational skills ability to manage multiple departments 24 x 7 strong team building skills ability handle ambiguity ability to organize and prioritize and strong decision making

Key Performance Objectives

Short Term: (0 to 6 months)

Gain a detailed understanding of the material flow process from receiving to delivering material to the shop floor and offer immediate suggestions for improvement

Develop a cohesive team including direct reports and hold them accountable for their areas through equal respect

Develop accountability of the team

Develop key metrics and goals for the Stockroom and Receiving departments

Midterm: (6 to 18 months)

Identify and drive improvement initiatives

Develop and improve metrics

Improve the stockroom layout and flow between the dock plant 1 plant 2 and production

Longer Term: (>18 months)

Maintain cohesive team to empower them to take on their own continuous improvement initiatives/ideas

Maintain metrics SOPs and training plans

Maintain a team atmosphere and within the Stockroom and Receiving team

Strive to maintain a team atmosphere between receiving stockroom buyers planners and production

Other (ad hoc priorities):

Develop the team through performance feedbacks productive feedback and appropriate training

Approve pay in Timekeeping System

Manage department schedules coverage and duties

Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Kimball Electronics we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but dont necessarily meet every requirement we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

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