Materials Supervisor

MKS Instruments•Methuen, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Materials Supervisor at MKS Inc., you will report directly to the Sr. Materials Supervisor and will be responsible for leading inbound and internal material flow activities across the warehouse. This role oversees receiving, kitting, inventory operations, and inventory control functions to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient material availability in support of production and customer requirements. You will partner closely with Production, Planning, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to maintain inventory accuracy, execute standard work, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the distribution and warehouse environment. You will also support daily operational execution across multiple functional areas, helping drive performance aligned to safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3–5 years of related experience
Prior experience leading or supervising teams in a distribution or manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of receiving, inventory control, and kitting processes
Experience working in an ERP/MRP system (Oracle preferred)
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume operational environment

Nice To Haves

CPIM and/or APICS certification
Experience in a multi-site or multi-team warehouse environment
Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
Prior experience supporting production or manufacturing operations
Ability to analyze inventory and operational data to drive corrective actions
Experience developing standard work, training materials, and process documentation
Exposure to warehouse layout, material flow optimization, or space utilization initiatives

Responsibilities

Lead inbound warehouse and material flow operations across receiving and kitting
Ensure accurate and timely material receipt, transactions, and availability
Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts, issue resolution, and corrective actions
Establish and enforce standard work, safety practices, and warehouse procedures
Coordinate cross-functionally with Planning, Production, Quality, and Procurement
Coach and develop team members to drive performance and accountability
Monitor performance using KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives
Escalate operational risks and support resolution with leadership