Material Supervisor

Material Supervisor

Our client, a leading manufacturing company in the automotive or advanced manufacturing industry, is seeking an experienced Material Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of material handling, shipping / receiving, and inventory control. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving efficiency, maintaining accurate inventory, and ensuring timely material flow across production areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead material handlers, forklift drivers, and inventory control staff on the Crew
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to production lines and accurate shipping / receiving processes
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliation, and ERP updates
• Monitor and enforce safety procedures related to material movement and storage
• Communicate supply shortages or overages to planners and management
• Support root cause analysis for inventory discrepancies and drive corrective actions
• Coordinate with production, planning, quality, and logistics teams to meet operational goals
• Assist in training and development of team members to support cross-functionality and career growth
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and ISO standards

Qualifications & Requirements