Manager - Material Distribution
Company: The Shyft Group
Location: Bristol
Posted on: May 15, 2022
Job Description:
SUMMARY The Materials Supervisor position is responsible for the
management of the optimal flow of parts from receiving, to line
side consumption and is primarily a shop floor-based role that
requires the constant drive for improvement in all areas of
material handling, including compliance of documented policies and
procedures. The person shall provide leadership and change
management skills in a fast pace, multi-task environment and direct
the activities of materials associates involved in the receiving,
stocking, picking and timely movements within the warehouse and
shop floor and help move the culture and team to the highest level
of performanceJOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Purposefully and consistently conduct themselves within the
structure of the guiding principles and mission statement of
company
- Lead all Material Distribution and/or Material Handling Team
Leads and Associates
- To communicate effectively with all team members including
cross-functional teams, internal customers and with external
suppliers
- Support and train team members to understand & consistently
apply the principle of "Plan for Every Part"
- Team leadership to include outlining clear expectations for
Team Leads and team members and consistently addressing holding
individuals accountable
- Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to enable optimal
delivery routes and the visual management systems required to
support assembly processes
- Maintain a working knowledge of all operating systems
pertaining to the materials and manufacturing
- Reduce waste of man, machine, and method to ensure best
practices
- Establishes and maintains department standards for
productivity, reliability, and accuracy
- Improve policies, procedures & processes to be standard
practices for all team members and to record in EBS data base
- Build strong relationships with the operations and engineering
teams to ensure smooth handoff processes
- Stay attuned to customer requirements/changes to support
assembly
- Maintain and develop with team methodologies to quickly
implement corrective actions when there is a failure in the flow of
materials
- Maintains a high degree of visibility and access to associates
throughout the workday
- Execution of safety requirements including all required safety
training for all direct reports
- Manage team member activities including, but not limited to,
vacation approvals, timecard approvals, daily and weekly overtime,
hiring, and training
- Leads all inventory activities, including validation,
settlement, and inventory reconciliation
- Lead and manage physical inventory and cycle counting
activities
- Consistently maintain accurate inventory levels
- Passionately support safety, 5S and continuous improvement
projects
- Manage equipment and fleet activities - justify the correct
fleet size for the business
- Support inbound freight and logistics support
- Performs other duties as assigned by ManagerQUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree or equivalent broad work experience to
demonstrate full capability is required (Bachelor's degree in
Logistics or relevant field preferred)
- 5 years materials leadership in complex materials
environment
- Ongoing commitment to drive improvements to a high standard of
excellence
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within
constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Demonstrated project management skills
- Acute attention to detail with a passion for 100% accuracy
- Proficient on ERP/MRP, MS Office and PC network
applications
- Strong materials team member with ability to be creative and
drive innovation processes
- Ability to make timely and accurate decisions
- Ability to deal effectively with a diverse group of individuals
at all organizational levels
- Demonstrated proficiency in team and individual
development
- Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various
project teams
- Prior experience with supporting assembly operations by
implementing flexible staffing approaches
Keywords: The Shyft Group, South Bend , Manager - Material Distribution, Professions , Bristol, Indiana
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