Job Details

Materials Supervisor at Hendrickson

Essential Functions

• Under the direction of the Materials Manager, assists with the following materials supervisor responsibilities:
• Provides supervision to hourly and salary employees on assigned shift.
• Tracks attendance, schedules vacations, ensures compliance with the employee handbook, etc.
• Conducts daily shift meetings to keep employees aware of production levels, delivery performance, quality, safety, overtime, upcoming events, etc.
• Supervises daily staffing and output levels to meet or exceed planned productivity levels.
• Motivates, provides clear direction and sets expectations for new and existing hourly and temporary personnel.
• Ensures that all hourly and temporary personnel have the training needed, the tools required, and are held accountable to set expectations.
• Updates and maintains work instructions and training guides.
• Administers the inventory cycle count program to attain 98% accuracy levels.
• Supervises the material handling of parts to meet or exceed established production levels.
• Participates in problem‑solving teams to identify root cause and corrective actions to resolve quality‑related issues.
• Supervises and supports the receiving and shipping groups to assure materials are shipped and received in accordance with company objectives.
• Engages in problem‑solving within these departments to drive improvements as necessary.
• Teaches and champions inventory control techniques throughout the organization.
• Organizes and maintains warehouse and inventory areas for efficient material storage and handling, including labeling, stocking and organizing stock items.
• Establishes, monitors and continuously improves inventory control systems (e.g., KANBAN) where appropriate.
• Initiates ECNs to support materials' and operations' objectives; directs participation by the materials group in all APQP functions.
• Supports the month‑end activities as they pertain to steel reconciliation, resolves negative on‑hand inventory and the closing of month‑end financials.
• Works in conjunction with the production supervisors to establish pick‑to‑order and linked flow of material to support lean manufacturing processes.
• Provides logistical support to plant manufacturing with emphasis on uninterrupted material availability.
• Ensures employee safety by ensuring all safety devices are in use and the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is always worn.
• Reports all accidents / near misses to the operations manager and safety manager within 24 hours; participates in the completion of accident investigation / report.
• Assists with implementing and sustaining corrective actions; ensures associates within the materials group attend all safety‑related training events.
• Acquires an understanding of manufacturing principals to drive ERP improvements.
• Supports departmental escalation policy.
• Supports cross‑training initiatives of the department.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts within the plant.
• Maintains 5S initiatives within shipping, packaging, material handling, warehouse and receiving areas.
• Continually searches for process improvements to improve quality, productivity, delivery, safety and cost metrics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Training

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-3 years of practical experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on material handling practices preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes.
• Working knowledge of various safety programs and OSHA regulations.
• Familiarity with quality systems and processes.
• Familiar with basic MRP principles.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Good problem‑solving skills.
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Detail oriented & self‑motivated.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Benefits

We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401(k) plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing – Truck Transportation