Manager, Materials

Woodbridge

About The Position

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology. Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey! SUMMARY – This position manages production scheduling, inventory control, shipping/receiving, warehouses, and purchasing to maintain customer service and minimize product and shipping costs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or University or two to five years related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or board of directors.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.) in its most difficult phases.
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

Responsibilities

Schedule production line based on customer requirements
Ship product to customers
Responsible for housekeeping and working within the company HS&E guidelines
Evaluate plant capacity and correct shortfalls
Maintain inventory reports/records
Manage plant inventories to target levels
Maintain management reports, inventory, TQM objectives
Responsible for continual improvement within department including BIC indicators
Regulatory Compliance
Workplace Traffic Management
Problem solving and trouble shooting
Procedure writing and implementation
Understand BIC Key performance indicators and develop and implement corrective actions to meet or exceed company targets.
Drive lean principles to reduce waste and implement 5S and Kaizens in department
Ensure good communications across shifts, departments
Participate in problem solving, VSM, Kaizen projects
Implement SOT’s, standard work
Audit for standard work, quality, understanding HSE
Train, disqualify, qualify, and audit performance on teammates.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
Flexible Working Hours
Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

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