Materials Manager

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Berlin, WI - USAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR15838#
** We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
** For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.  Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?
** Major Responsibilities
*** Work with material handling team to ensure material flow from incoming receiving/inspection to line side presentation for production including end-of-line pick, pack & ship (incoming receiving/inspection, offsite raw warehousing storage & control) is ready for production.
* Created and managed a Plan for Every Part (PFEP) database utilized in day-to-day operations
* Demonstrated experience in the design and implementation of lean pull based systems
* Implemented and managed day to day operations using supermarkets, 2 bin Kanban’s, tugger routes, point of use delivery in a 5S environment
* Managed material flow involving Work in Process (WIP) markets with pull based replenishment linked to production scheduling processes of level scheduling (heijunka), change over optimization and runner/repeater/stranger replenishment
* Oversee inventory management and control, accuracy, and established inventory guidelines and procedures.
* Ensures efficient and accurate materials presentation to support production operations.
* Oversee process execution for excess and obsolete materials.
* Manage and optimize daily warehousing operations across multiple shifts including staging, cycle count, receiving, storage of materials, shipping of finished goods and in-direct materials.
* Mentor and guide project team members to deliver on the project/program requirements.
* Act as liaison or support collaborations with customers and suppliers on a day-to-day basis to resolve any product/program manufacturing quality issues.
* Actively lead or participate in Failure Mode Effect Analysis teams.
* Plan and lead refresher activities and forums for continual learning.
* Work with Corporate materials team on strategy and process implementation
* Lead Continuous Improvements events related to Making Material Flow
* Demonstrate personal flexibility in approach and ideas and respond positively and support changes in procedures, process, technology, responsibility and assignments.
* Accountable for defining resource needs and works within budget and staffing parameters to accomplish objectives for area of responsibility.
* Supervise material handling team, including forklift drivers and material supervisors.  Interview, hire, train, coach and develop direct reports.
* Act as SAP Super user within functional area as assigned
** Minimum

Job Requirements
**** Education
* ** Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or equivalent experience
** Work Experience
*** 5 years of progressive Operations management experience in similar work environment.
* Transformational leadership using lean principles utilizing Plan For Every Part
** Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
*** Demonstrated understanding and application of lean manufacturing principles;
* Effective verbal and written communication skills;
* Ability to collaborate with multiple sites
* Ability to operate in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments;
* Successfully manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment;
* Solid quantitative skill set and the ability to analyze, think and communicate with well-supported data;
* Demonstrated understanding of financial measurements and goals
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis skills;
** Preferred

Job Requirements
**** Work Experience
*** Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP
* Experience in international logistics
* Transformational leadership using lean principles
** Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
*** PHYSICAL DEMANDS**:
** Office Environment (Includes field sales):
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear;…