Spvr, Materials

Magna International•Highland Park, MI

About The Position

The Supervisor, Materials oversees daily materials department activities at a just-in-time manufacturing facility, including inbound and outbound material movement, staffing support, inventory, process improvement, and employee performance. The role works with Materials department Team Leaders, Sequencer/Tuggers, Forklift Truck Drivers, and the Materials Superintendent to ensure efficient and safe operations. The position is performed in an office and/or manufacturing plant environment. It requires regular movement around the work area, computer use, and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or overtime as needed.

Requirements

At least two years of materials supervisory experience, or at least five years of materials team leadership experience in a tier-one automotive manufacturing facility.
Powered Industrial Truck Permit, requiring a passing score on the Powered Industrial Truck training tests administered by Magna Seating Detroit.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Team-oriented, able to communicate well with others, and able to interact with people at all levels and across departments.
Excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and manufacturing/business information software.
Detail-oriented with excellent documentation skills.
Working knowledge of safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
Ability to work on a computer and move around an office and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or overtime as needed.
Ability to continuously walk and stand; frequently perform fine finger movements, grip/grasp, push/pull, bend/stoop, and lift and carry materials or parts up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily activities of the Materials department’s Team Leaders, Sequencer/Tuggers, and Forklift Truck Drivers.
Plan, direct, and coordinate inbound and outbound material movement within the JIT manufacturing facility.
Assist the Materials Superintendent in determining and managing appropriate manpower requirements.
Assist with material cycle counts and annual physical inventory reconciliation.
Participate in and lead process improvement projects involving productivity, quality, ergonomics, and related areas.
Ensure employees adhere to standardized work processes and rotation schedules.
Ensure compliance with Company policies, procedures, plant standards, and safety rules.
Monitor, maintain, and record employee time related to Attendance and Time-Off Policies; enter approved time-off requests in E-Time and ensure required requests and supporting documentation are processed completely and promptly.
Provide timely feedback on employee performance and ensure performance reviews are completed on schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned.