Material Control Supervisor 1st Shift

ECOPLASTIC AMERICA CORP•Ellabell, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Control Supervisor oversees a production area and its production and logistics processes to ensure the team meets Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery targets. The role builds effective team relationships and promotes safe performance and adherence to standard operating procedures while working with internal and external teams to maintain production efficiency and satisfy customer requirements. The supervisor manages inbound material, inventory, production planning and performance tracking, warehousing, shipping, and coordination with maintenance. The role also leads personnel-related processes, supports Production Leads, manages departmental performance measures, and advances continuous improvement and workplace cleanliness. The position is based in Ellabell, Georgia, and is listed as full-time exempt on the first shift, 6:00 AM–3:00 PM; the schedule may change based on production demands.

Requirements

At least 2 years of production control leadership experience.
Strong experience with environmental, health, and safety practices and standards.
Ability to lift 60 pounds.
Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other production equipment required for production control duties.
Proficiency with computerized programs, especially Microsoft Office, ERP, and SAP.
Knowledge of production tools and equipment.
Strong communication and public speaking skills.
Comfort performing multifaceted projects alongside day-to-day activities.
Ability to establish credibility, make decisive decisions, and recognize and support the organization’s mission.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee inbound material labeling, receiving, and scanning, as well as inventory counting.
Handle personnel-related functions, including staffing, performance appraisals, timekeeping, feedback, employee development, and continuous improvement.
Assist and guide supervisory staff in providing recognition, corrective actions, and, when needed, employee terminations.
Manage departmental performance measures and visual controls, and provide regular progress reports to managers.
Guide day-to-day operations for Production Leads and designate specific tasks.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by training personnel on equipment and resources and ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
Work with Production Leads to ensure they have the tools and resources needed to complete daily schedules.
Manage departmental workflow to support on-time delivery of quality products to internal and external customers.
Conduct staff meetings as necessary and participate in monthly staff meetings.
Promote plant cleanliness through employee culture, processes, and programs.
Work with other staff and company service areas to enhance employee relations, reduce turnover, and support committees.
Implement and support continuous improvement throughout the organization.
Work cooperatively with team members, support teams, leadership, customers, supplier partners, and guests; exercise good judgment and maintain professional, respectful conduct.
Analyze production capacity and demand to identify bottlenecks or constraints, and develop strategies to optimize resources and meet customer demand.
Create annual, monthly, and daily production plans based on annual orders and demand forecasts.
Record and monitor daily production performance in the ERP system, facilitate manufacturing-order closeout, and maintain accurate records.
Collaborate daily to align production plans with target production goals.
Oversee warehousing of out-of-pocket products, including proper storage and inventory control.
Register production information based on the Production Operation Plan (POP) and maintain accurate production data.
Track equipment downtime, develop strategies to minimize disruptions, and coordinate maintenance activities to limit production impact.
Prepare shipping instructions and oversee delivery.
Monitor daily inventory levels and report discrepancies.
Conduct monthly pay-off procedures to reconcile inventory.
Manage procurement and inventory of KD (Knock-Down) imported parts and materials.