Duties
The Materials Manager manages the timely materials flow through the facility, including direct purchasing, receiving, shipping, warehousing, scheduling and inventory control functions. This position is located at the Jackson, TN plant.
Responsibilities:
Direct the maintenance of perpetual inventory of raw materials, components and finished goods stored in the UGN facility
Direct scheduling of machines and work stations to maximize the productivity of personnel and machines
Periodically/weekly compare future production requirements against available capacity and recommend action to be taken, if required
Ensure that all goods and services are purchased in accordance with company purchasing procedures and policies
Monitor and control the fiscal expense budget of Materials Department
Assume leadership role in the "TPS" and "TPM" programs
Design and support all programs related to goals of cash management and inventory reduction
Prepare monthly reports and QOS data
Insure FIFO is performed on all finished goods, raw materials and purchased components
Maintain warehouse equipment (i.e., forklifts, racks, docks, and dock doors)
Act as primary liaison between UGN and customers
Ensure timeliness and accuracy in all aspects of shipping and EDN
Manage supervisors who supervise team members in scheduling, planning, procurement, shipping, receiving and data entry personnel in the Materials Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B. S. or B. A.) from an accredited four-year college or university; and five plus years related experience and/or training, including supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications - Word, Excel, Access, Microsoft Outlook, Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing software and personal computer skills, especially electron ordering system
Experience with EDI, MRP, MDS and ERP systems (Oracle)
Strong leadership skills with excellent communication and organizational skills are required
Ability to build relationships with the UGN corporate headquarters as well as with Materials Managers at other UGN facilities
Manufacturing industry experience required. Automotive experience a plus
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (5S, six sigma, Kaizen, continuous improvement, TPM, TPS)
How to Apply:
Apply online at https://ugn.com/employment/
Hours: Full-time
date posted: 04-17-2019