Materials Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)


* Manage associates monitoring work and ensuring the safe use of warehouse and other equipment.


* Establish warehouse practices and protocols.


* Set warehouse and team goals in collaboration with executive management and other team leads.


* Communicate with other departments to ensure products are shipped in a timely manner.


* Follow and comply with all safety and personal protective equipment requirements.


* Pull orders/components and deliver material to appropriate areas throughout the plant and document in accordance with established procedures.


* Investigate and resolve identified problems with orders.


* Use appropriate software system to verify status of inventory.


* Perform cycle counts in accordance with established procedures.


* Maintain a neat and orderly work area complying with all 5S initiatives.


* Perform kit component picking and assembly.


* Track large volumes of parts by job number.


* Deliver just in time materials to the shop floor for use in the fabrication cells.


* Identify urgency and coordinate accordingly to ensure production flow.


* Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS


* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.


* Ability to read technical drawings.


* Strong written and verbal communication skills.


* Proven ability to follow specific instruction, manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail.


* Possess computer operating and data entry skills with knowledge of ERP software.


* Must be able to work effectively with both internal and external customers.


* Must be flexible and adapt to last minute changes.


* Forklift and equipment operating experience (job will certify).


* Must be able to lift 50 lbs.


* Previous warehouse management experience preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION


* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or similar or equivalent work experience


* 2 years of experience in warehouse operations/supervisor role

SUCESS FACTORS


* Safety first mindset and attitude


* Comfortable in a team-oriented environment, where the success of the company is of paramount importance.


* Strong initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision.


* Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal


* Solid documentation skills


* Attention to detail.


* Effective planning and organizational skills


* Adaptable, flexible, and dependable


* Safe & efficient forklift operation


* Safe & Efficient overhead crane operation


* Quality workmanship always


* Practiced at critical thinking, decision making and problem solving.


* Positive attitude and teamwork are crucial.

Physical demands and work environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are typical, however not intended to be all-inc...