Material Handler Supervisor

RK Industries • Aurora, CO

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About The Position

The Material Handler Supervisor oversees daily material handling operations, including receiving materials, ensuring availability, and staging materials for production lines so that material flows efficiently and accurately throughout production. The role provides direction, training, and performance feedback to the Material Handler team, supports Lean Manufacturing initiatives, and collaborates with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Logistics to maintain on-time delivery and production efficiency.

The supervisor coordinates material movement and transportation, maintains organized supermarket zones and staging areas, and ensures Bill of Materials items are accurately kitted, labeled, and delivered to the correct production areas. The role also promotes continuous improvement, maintains safety and quality standards, and ensures compliance with company policies, ISO 9001, environmental requirements, and safety programs.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of material handling, warehouse, or logistics experience.
• Proficiency with ERP/WMS systems, Microsoft Office, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid forklift certification.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently while maintaining safety and quality in a fast-paced Lean environment.
• Ability to handle materials in a way that supports quick changeovers, kanban, and minimal production downtime.
• Working knowledge of trade materials, production materials, and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently and/or 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ability to climb, balance, squat, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to work inside, outside, and in dusty, noisy, hazardous areas and in all types of weather.
• Ability to comply with company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of supervisory or team lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Material Handlers across multiple production lines and ensure compliance with Standard Work Instructions and safety protocols.
• Assign daily tasks based on production priorities, project schedules, and staffing availability.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members in receiving, staging complete and accurate kits at production stations, and documenting best practices.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and participate in performance evaluations.
• Act as the primary liaison among Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Inventory regarding inventory-related issues.
• Coordinate material tracking and transportation between Mission Critical facilities.
• Collaborate with Logistics to arrange transportation of materials and finished goods.
• Plan and maintain supermarket zones for production stations and ensure materials are staged efficiently using 5S principles.
• Lead setup of supermarket areas, including taping, labeling, and shelving, to support process flow and visibility.
• Ensure all Bill of Materials items are accurately kitted, properly labeled, and delivered to the correct production area.
• Identify opportunities to improve material handling efficiency, layout, and accuracy through Lean and 5S initiatives.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Support and enforce company policies, including ISO 9001, environmental, and safety standards.
• Ensure team members follow safety programs, PPE requirements, and Stop Work Authority.
• Conduct regular safety checks of material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hoists.
• Maintain clean, organized warehouse and staging areas using visual controls and 5S practices.
• Model safety leadership, enforce safe work practices, and stop unsafe work immediately.
• Ensure team compliance with documentation, quality, and performance expectations.
• Promote operational excellence through standardized work and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example in professionalism, communication, and teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits to support employee growth and well-being.
• Hands-on training and development opportunities through RK University, including leadership and technical learning opportunities and an accredited apprenticeship program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed