Materials Supervisor

DMS’ Purpose

We are creating a culture of service. We empower others to grow, rise and give back – accelerating positive change in the world. We lead with the heart to bring out the best in you – which brings out the best in us. We do well so we can do good.

Serve Others, Enrich Lives, Rise Together and Give Back

Job Overview

Reporting to the Material Handling Superintendent, the Materials Supervisor is responsible for overseeing inventory accuracy, material flow, and production support to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted manufacturing process. This role leads a team of Material Handlers and Hi-Lo operators, ensuring that parts and materials are staged correctly, inventory records are accurate, and production is fully supported. While the primary focus is on inventory and production operations, this position will also provide backup coverage for shipping and receiving as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

Inventory & Production Control

• Manage, monitor, and reconcile inventory in SAP to ensure accuracy and minimize variances.
• Oversee the staging of materials for production, ensuring correct quantities and locations to meet production schedules.
• Conduct regular inventory cycle counts and audits to maintain real-time accuracy.
• Implement process improvements to optimize material flow and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with Standard Work Instructions, 5S principles, and process audits in all material handling areas.
  
  

Team Leadership

• Supervise and coach Material Handlers and Hi-Lo drivers, ensuring all required training and certifications are current.
• Manage Dayforce timekeeping, attendance, and performance evaluations for team members.
• Enforce safety policies and promote a safe work environment.
• Address performance issues, documentation, and disciplinary actions when necessary.
  
  

Customer & Production Communication

• Coordinate with production leadership to ensure timely delivery of materials to the line.
• Maintain accurate communication with customers on inventory-related updates and any production-impacting issues.
  
  

Shipping & Receiving (Backup Duties)

• Provide backup support for shipping and receiving operations, including processing inbound and outbound shipments.
• Verify shipment details such as blend numbers, rack numbers, and trailer numbers when covering shipping functions.
• Ensure ASN (Advance Shipping Notice) data is sent accurately and on time when performing shipping responsibilities.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of inventory or warehouse supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably automotive/JIT.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Proficient in SAP, Microsoft Office, and basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of production processes, material flow, and inventory control.
• Experience with Ford systems (CMMS3, EDDL) is a plus.
• Forklift experience and valid certification preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.
  
  

Traits/Values

• Integrity – adhering to high ethical principles and professional standards.
• Trustworthiness – Being honest, dependable, and earning the confidence of others.
• Excellence – consistently being the best you can be.
• Responsible – being reliable and trustworthy.
• Accountability – being obligated and willing to accept responsibility for one’s actions.
• Dignity – behaving in accord with DMS basic principles.
• Respect – treating others as you would have them treat you.
• Ability to lead and motivate employee / teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work in a cross-functional team
  
  

Our Values

Gratitude * Integrity * Fun * Teamwork * Excellence * Diversity &

Respect * Innovation * Commitment * Humility

“GIFTED people & RICH culture”