Material Control Manager

Material Control Manager – Salina, KS

Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking an experienced individual to join our team as a Material Control Manager in our Salina facility. In this role, you will oversee Production Planning, Scheduling, and Material Control, working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure efficient, timely, and cost-effective production processes.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with strong leadership abilities and a proven track record of success in material planning within complex manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in ERP systems (Similar to SAP, APRISO or other equivalent) and a passion for driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a salaried position that works Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. This position reports to the Senior Material Control Manager.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Regularly audit manufacturing capacity constraints to identify potential bottlenecks.
• Monitor and adjust the plan as needed to accommodate changing business needs while maintaining production efficiency.
• Partner with the Plant Manager and Purchasing Department to implement solutions that ensure production schedules are consistently met.
• Develop proactive strategies to address capacity challenges, promoting long-term operational success.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate the Master Production Schedule (MPS) across the Manufacturing teams.
• Ensure production schedules align with customer requirements, work order protocols, lot sizes, and lead times.
• Implement process improvements to optimize scheduling efficiency and resource utilization.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure the availability of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods, supporting seamless production flow.
• Oversee the efficient transfer of materials between facilities, minimizing delays and costs.
• Establish and maintain best practices for inventory management, including regular cycle count audits and achieve inventory accuracy goals
• Leverage technology to streamline material management processes.
• Integrate material management functions into ERP software, providing training and ongoing support to system users.
• Identify and implement software enhancements to improve data accuracy, reporting capabilities, and decision-making processes.
• Lead a diverse team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and development opportunities to support team members’ growth and professional success.
• Promote open communication and cross-functional collaboration to achieve shared plant and company goals.
• Follow all Great Plains policies and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in Material Requirements Planning (MRP), Shop Floor Control, and Master Scheduling within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems.
• Familiarity with common business applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners.
  
  

At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of agriculture, farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com .