MATERIALS SUPERVISOR I

Essential Duties: Works in compliance with all safety rules and regulations. Ensure the safety of all assigned employees through training and enforcement of all company safety guidelines. Ensure 5S, Housekeeping and Workplace Organization meet NSG Standards. Supports compliance with OSHA, MIOSHA, Environmental, and DOT regulations to assure a safe warehousing and transportation environment. Facilitate training for all supervised employees to understand the requirements for successfully performing their job function. Responsible for direct communication with internal & external customers and suppliers regarding product supply, shortages, available to promise and on time response entries to open tickets & issues in customer/supplier portals. Provides customer service to internal/external glass customers and acts as liaison with local QS and plant management on quality issues. Establishes and maintains a strong working relationship with customers and suppliers to ensure feedback and enhance customer satisfaction. Manage cycle counting of all inventory (glass, components, and indirect materials) Act as the SAP Administrator and direct all activities required to maintain system accuracy. Resolve any receiving issues of components and imported glass. Manage direct material releases to meet minimum inventory levels Enter requisitions for indirect materials. Reviews and approves Supplier Vendor Managed orders Uses and reviews shipment schedule, tracks expedites, short ships and root cause analysis\ Responsible for 100% on time delivery to customers according to planned dock schedule. Communicate to Materials Group Leader, Scheduler any potential expedites and short ships and root cause analysis. Develops both internal and external programs to meet or exceed customer expectations through continually improving products, processes and services. Maintains accurate records and documentation for history and audit purposes. Staff the shift, and coordinate assignments and responsibilities to the scheduled team members. Understand priority of customers as assigned by Materials Manager. Understanding of current customer condition to ensure proper flow of standard delivery, expedite mode, critical deliveries. Prepare timely and accurate shipping schedules through analysis of customer orders and shipping sequences. Maximizes shipping productivity through attentiveness to customer needs, inventory and manpower. Process/Operations Failure Escalation Process. Daily audits of haulers and put away drivers to ensure the proper inventory is pulled and inventory is placed in proper location. Participates in annual physical inventories as required The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Qualifications Required: Minimum 2-3 years recent supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting; preferably automotive. Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but will consider experience in lieu of degree. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). Ability to utilize a computer-based inventory control system. Proven ability to lead and motivate to create positive work environment including team building, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills. Resolution of employee-related issues including mentoring and training. Ability to multi-task. Excellent customer relations and communication skills (written and verbal). Proficient in the English language (verbal and written). Qualifications Desired: Green Belt or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred. Must be able to occasionally lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific knowledge and training in MRP and related areas. APICS training/certification Authority and responsibility for quality for this position is defined in the Quality Man…

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