Materials Supervisor

RTX•Windsor Locks, CT

21h•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

As a Materials Supervisor at Collins Aerospace, you will work onsite on the second shift, between 3:00 PM and 11:30 PM. You will ensure the efficient flow of materials and resources in support of production operations, lead hourly and salaried associates, drive process improvements, and maintain inventory accuracy. The role also contributes to a safe, organized, and productive work environment. The position is based in Windsor Locks, Connecticut. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program or contract. A security clearance is not required.

Requirements

Typically, a university degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an advanced degree and at least 3 years of experience in a related field.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Experience in materials, logistics, or a related field in a manufacturing environment.
Prior work experience with production planning and shop floor execution.

Nice To Haves

Materials or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment.
Working experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
Experience supervising an hourly or unionized workforce.
Knowledge of inventory management processes, including cycle counting and root cause analysis.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives, including 5S activities.
Familiarity with packaging and shipping operations for end items.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise hourly union and salaried associates to support effective team performance.
Address and resolve employee grievances in accordance with the labor contract.
Ensure timely material receipt, kit completion, delivery to assembly, and packaging and shipping of end items.
Mentor and train associates on inventory procedures and maintain a detailed skills matrix.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
Oversee monthly cycle counting and maintain inventory accuracy.
Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Lead 5S activities in designated areas to maintain organization and cleanliness.
Perform inventory transactions to ensure accurate reporting in ERP systems.
Respond to Andon signals for the Materials function and take action to maintain workflow.
Manage minimum and maximum material levels and ensure the availability of crib and shipping supplies.
Lead and participate in required tier meetings to support operational objectives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Fertility and family planning support.
Adoption assistance.
Autism benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Wellness rewards through the Healthy You Incentives program.
Virtual doctor visits through Doctor on Demand.
Child and elder care services through Bright Horizons.
Second-opinion services through Teladoc Medical Experts.
Potential short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.
Potential paid time off and holidays, among other benefits, depending on the business unit and collective-bargaining coverage.