Materials Supervisor

Materials Supervisor | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

What you’ll do :

The Materials Supervisor position is responsible for the management of the optimal flow of parts from receiving, to line side consumption and is primarily a shop floor-based role that requires the constant drive for improvement in all areas of material handling, including compliance of documented policies and procedures. The person shall provide leadership and change management skills in a fast pace, multi-task environment and direct the activities of materials associates involved in the receiving, stocking, picking and timely movements within the warehouse and shop floor and help move the culture and team to the highest level of performance

P urposefully and consistently conduct themselves within the structure of the guiding principles and mission statement of company

Lead all Material Distribution and / or Material Handling Team Leads and Associates

To communicate effectively with all team members including cross-functional teams, internal customers and with external suppliers

Support and train team members to understand & consistently apply the principle of “Plan for Every Part”

Team leadership to include outlining clear expectations for Team Leads and team members and consistently addressing holding individuals accountable

Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to enable optimal delivery routes and the visual management systems required to support assembly processes

Maintain a working knowledge of all operating systems pertaining to the materials and manufacturing

Reduce waste of man, machine, and method to ensure best practices

Establishes and maintains department standards for productivity, reliability, and accuracy

Improve policies, procedures & processes to be standard practices for all team members and to record in EBS data base

Build strong relationships with the operations and engineering teams to ensure smooth handoff processes

Stay attuned to customer requirements / changes to support assembly

Maintain and develop with team methodologies to quickly implement corrective actions when there is a failure in the flow of materials

Maintains a high degree of visibility and access to associates throughout the workday

Execution of safety requirements including all required safety training for all direct reports

Manage team member activities including, but not limited to, vacation approvals, timecard approvals, daily and weekly overtime, hiring, and training

Leads all inventory activities, including validation, settlement, and inventory reconciliation

Lead and manage physical inventory and cycle counting activities

Consistently maintain accurate inventory levels

Passionately support safety, 5S and continuous improvement projects

Manage equipment and fleet activities - justify the correct fleet size for the business

Support inbound freight and logistics support

Performs other duties as assigned by Manager

What you need to be successful :

Associate degree or equivalent broad work experience to demonstrate full capability is required (Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or relevant field preferred)

5 years materials leadership in complex materials environment

Ongoing commitment to drive improvements to a high standard of excellence

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Demonstrated project management skills

Acute attention to detail with a passion for 100% accuracy

Proficient on ERP / MRP, MS Office and PC network applications

Strong materials team member with ability to be creative and drive innovation processes

Ability to make timely and accurate decisions

Ability to deal effectively with a diverse group of individuals at all organizational levels

Demonstrated proficiency in team and individual development

Commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Ability to work independently and as a member of various project teams

Prior experience with supporting assembly operations by implementing flexible staffing approaches

Why The Shyft Group?

Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Health & Wellness :

Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA / FSA, Wellness Plan

Financial Security :

401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance

Work / Life & Growth :

Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.

At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are :

The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™—are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.   If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

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