Materials Materials Manager - Flex-N-Gate
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
About the Job
Summary
The Materials Manager will, under limited supervision, manage and coordinate the activities of the Materials department in accordance with stated policies, procedures and departmental goals. They will do this by overseeing operations and executing tasks as necessary relative to materials scheduling, customer service, shipping, receiving, distribution, supply chain management and production scheduling, either directly or through subordinate managers, to ensure achievement of company goals and objectives. This position participates fully in department initiatives and the coaching, training and mentoring of the department team members. This position will work closely with the plant and operations managers. Starting Pay at $95K / Year
Core Competencies
- Customer Focus
- Communication
- Energy and Stress
- Team Work
- Problem Solving
- Accountability and Dependability
- Ethics and Integrity
- Analytical
Flex-N-Gate Training Requirements
- CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation
- Competent Person & Due Diligence
- ISO Manager Awareness
- Management Leadership Training
- First Aid/CPR Training
- Accident Investigation Training
- Responsibilities under OHSA for Supervisors
- Accident Investigation Training
- CMS Training
- Quality Management Systems - CQAM.00001 Quality Management Systems Manual
- IATF/ISO Related Training
Job Duties
- Lead and manage Materials Management Team of Associates consisting of Hourly and Salary Associates for Manufacturing facility, ultimately building a high performing team – including performance reviews, succession planning, hiring, recruiting, career development, training, recognition and discipline, etc.
- Sustain and continuously improve Material Handling Safety standards and performance
- System Maintenance on ECN's, NAFTA's, MRP and CMS Inventory accuracy
- Set-up/maintain all new production related purchased items in CMS (AS/400 database)
- Maintain price lists in CMS for all purchased items
- Owner of Plant MPL Processes – Receiving, Material Handling, Supplier Scheduling, Production Planning, Inventory Control, Logistics/Customs, and Shipping.
- Work with Corporate Purchasing to maintain Commodity code accuracy on purchased items
- Set-up/maintain Blanket PO’s for production related items
- Obtain new supplier information and submit requests for new vendors to Corporate purchasing
- Obtain and ensure valid supplier certifications are on file at all times (ISO/TS/Enviro.14001)
- Initiate request for supplier PPAP’s for new items and engineering changes
- Work with Quality Engineer, Corporate Quality Specialist and Supplier on supplier quality issues. (Ensure that production is protected) Work with supplier to set up 3rd party sorts and returns if required. Issue debit memo and track corrective action from supplier. Input supplier non-conformances into FNG PLM
- Work with Corporate purchasing, Market test purchased items for production for cost savings
- Work with Corporate purchasing to review and analyze submitted quotations, understand costing, negotiate with vendors
- Corporate reporting to Director of Purchasing (Metals Divisions); participate in conference calls
- Work closely on a daily basis with other functional leads, including Finance, Supplier Quality, Quality, Sales, Program Management, Manufacturing, and Engineering for continuous improvements projectsand to optimize overall business.
- Participate in APQP meetings
- Keep up to date with system changes and training requirements related to job duties
- Arrange Freight and Trucking
- Lead and or support internal plant material flow initiatives that optimize plant output, minimize cost, and improve quality
- Update supplier rating charts and issue yearly
- Attend daily production meetings
- Supplier interface-Telephone, email, fax
- File all documentation
- Oversee Materials Coordinator in their daily functions
- Special duties as required
- The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.
- The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in
CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.
Requirements
- Knowledge of all aspects of their department
- Human relations skills to run a team oriented department and excellent time management skills
- Community college or university degree in appropriate discipline
- Five years’ work experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Time management skills.
- A working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications and a sound knowledge of company computer program for inventory control.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
- Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
- Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
- Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
- Strong analytical ability
- Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
- Troubleshooting ability is required
- Strong decision making and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects.
- Detail oriented
- Good computer skills
Working Conditions
- Physical ability to lift 20lbs.
- Travel as necessary (minimal < 5%).
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. The ability to see details at close range.
- Overtime as required.
- Weekend work may be required.
- Fast paced
Source : Flex-N-Gate