Materials Manager – 3rd shift

The 3rd Shift Materials Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing materials operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely flow of materials throughout the manufacturing facility. This position provides leadership for material handling, inventory control, warehouse operations, and production material support to meet manufacturing schedules and operational objectives.  The Materials Manager partners with Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to ensure material availability, inventory accuracy, and continuous improvement of materials processes.

This role is accountable for driving operational performance, developing employees, maintaining a safe work environment, and ensuring effective communication and coordination across shifts.## ## Position Materials Manager – 3rd shift## ## Location USA, LaFayette, GA## How You'll Create Possibilities
** Materials Operations and Production Support*
* * Direct and oversee third-shift materials operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of materials to support production requirements.
* Manage material flow, storage, replenishment, and movement throughout the manufacturing facility.
* Ensure materials are available at the point of use to minimize production interruptions and support manufacturing efficiency.
* Coordinate with Production, Supply Chain, and Logistics to identify and resolve material shortages, delivery delays, and other operational issues.
* Monitor material handling processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize resource utilization.
* Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication regarding material availability, operational priorities, and unresolved issues.
** Inventory Management and Process Control*
* * Maintain inventory accuracy through effective material tracking, transaction compliance, and inventory control procedures.
* Oversee inventory movements, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities to identify and resolve discrepancies.
* Ensure compliance with established materials management processes, inventory control standards, and operational procedures.
* Identify opportunities to improve material storage, handling, and inventory management practices.
* Partner with appropriate departments to investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, material damage, and process inefficiencies.
** Leadership and Employee Development*
* * Lead, coach, and develop materials supervisors, team leaders, and hourly employees to achieve departmental and business objectives.
* Establish clear performance expectations and hold employees accountable for safety, quality, productivity, and operational results.
* Manage staffing, work assignments, and resource allocation to meet third-shift operational requirements.
* Provide ongoing performance feedback, coaching, and development opportunities to strengthen employee capabilities.
* Foster a positive work environment that promotes employee engagement, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
* Ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and performance management practices.
** Safety, Quality, and Compliance*
* * Promote and maintain a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and established material handling procedures.
* Identify and address workplace hazards, unsafe conditions, and operational risks.
* Ensure proper operation and use of material handling equipment, including forklifts and other powered industrial vehicles.
* Partner with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and Operations to investigate incidents and implement corrective actions.
* Maintain material handling and storage practices that support product quality,…