Material Handling Process Team Leader (1st Shift)

Stryker•Kalamazoo, MI

4d•$89,300 - $148,800•Onsite

About The Position

As the Material Handling Process Team Leader on 1st shift, you will lead material handling operations to ensure the safe, efficient flow of materials supporting production. You will be responsible for team performance across safety, quality, delivery, productivity, employee engagement, and cost while developing employees and driving continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or 6+ years of equivalent experience.
4+ years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of people management or leadership experience.
Ability to drive team productivity while maintaining high levels of quality, safety, employee engagement, and morale.
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills, including the ability to teach and coach individuals from diverse backgrounds with varying communication and technical skills.
Lean Six Sigma or related experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the material handling team through coaching, performance management, career development, and accountability.
Ensure effective material flow and replenishment to support production schedules and minimize production disruptions.
Allocate labor and resources according to production needs, priorities, and operational standards.
Identify and troubleshoot material, equipment, or process issues that could impact production.
Partner with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, support production goals, and drive operational performance.
Use data, KPIs, and operational metrics to identify priorities, forecast business needs, and guide decisions.
Identify and lead process improvement, cost reduction, and standardization initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing, 6S, and other operational excellence initiatives.
Lead and coach the Managing Daily Improvement (MDI) process through Tier 2 and support Tier 3 as needed.
Own and execute Leader Standard Work (LSW) and audit requirements, including Quality and 6S.
Manage labor requirements, including overtime approval, timecard management, and workforce planning.
Support recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning for temporary and permanent employees.
Foster employee engagement and a culture focused on safety, accountability, teamwork, and employee development.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, legal, corporate, and human resources policies and procedures.
Participate in audits and lead plant tours as needed.