Lead Materials Day Shift

JOB DETAILS

Pay Range: $25.50 - $28

Shift: 1st Shift, Monday-Thursday, 4:00 am - 2:30 pm, plus overtime based on production needs (frequently scheduled on Fridays and occasionally on Saturdays)

Job Summary

The Materials Lead supports the daily operations of the Materials department by coordinating workflow and providing front-line leadership for material handlers and inventory personnel. This hands-on role helps ensure the timely receipt, movement, storage, and delivery of materials needed to support production while maintaining inventory accuracy, safety, and operational efficiency.

The Materials Lead serves as the primary point of contact for the team during assigned shifts, promoting a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of Material Handlers and other assigned team members to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Assign work, monitor progress, and provide hands-on support across receiving, inventory control, staging, replenishment, and material movement.
• Ensure raw materials, components, and finished goods are accurately received, stored, labeled, and delivered to designated locations.
• Coordinate with Production, Purchasing, Planning, Shipping, and Quality teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow.
• Monitor material availability and proactively address shortages to minimize production downtime.
• Support inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, transaction verification, and discrepancy resolution.
• Ensure ERP/MRP system transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Train and mentor new employees on material handling processes, equipment operation, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
• Promote and enforce company safety policies, housekeeping standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve material flow, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency through lean manufacturing practices.
• Assist leadership with daily reporting, workforce planning, and departmental communication.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback to team members while fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.