Job Title: 2nd Shift Materials Supervisor
Location: Reynoldsburg, OH (Relocation Not Available)
Employment Type: Contract
Shift: 2nd Shift, 5:00PM – 1:00AM
Job Summary The 2nd Shift Materials Supervisor oversees material flow, inventory control, and production support activities within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for supervising second shift material handlers, ensuring uninterrupted production through effective planning and coordination, and maintaining accurate inventory and supplier communication. The supervisor acts as the primary materials leadership presence on 2nd shift, ensuring customer demand is met while maintaining safety, quality, and operational standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
? High school diploma or equivalent ? Prior supervisory or team lead experience in manufacturing or warehouse operations ? Experience in high-volume manufacturing (automotive preferred but not required) ? Knowledge of inventory control, material flow, and production support processes ? Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required) ? Experience with ERP systems (QAD preferred but not required) ? Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills ? Ability to prioritize and make real-time decisions in a fast-paced environment ? Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of meeting tight deadlines ? Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
Experience supervising materials, shipping/receiving, or warehouse teams ? Background in supplier coordination and freight logistics ? Familiarity with cycle counting, physical inventory, and inventory reconciliation ? Knowledge of QMS/EMS audits, Corporate Governance, and JSOX compliance ? Experience supporting new model launches or engineering change management ? Strong problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to drive corrective actions ? Experience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Supervise and lead 2nd shift materials team, assigning daily tasks and monitoring performance ? Ensure timely delivery of materials to production lines to meet customer demand ? Monitor raw material and component inventory levels to prevent shortages ? Coordinate with production, purchasing, and suppliers to resolve material issues ? Oversee shipping and receiving activities on 2nd shift ? Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and physical inventories ? Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and supplier performance issues ? Communicate critical part shortages, design changes, or schedule adjustments to leadership ? Support new model startup activities, including material ordering and follow-up ? Manage build-out activity to minimize excess or obsolete inventory ? Ensure compliance with QMS/EMS, Corporate Governance, and JSOX requirements ? Maintain safe work practices, 5S standards, and clean work areas ? Prepare shift reports and communicate key metrics to first shift leadership ? Coach, train, and develop team members ? Perform additional duties as assigned
Physical and Environment Requirements
Physical expectations may include standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods; lifting up to 50 lbs; frequent movement throughout production and warehouse areas; preparing and analyzing computer data; communicating in a dynamic office environment; and working in an open/group workspace.
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