What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Supervisor 3rd shift position at Kohler Energy?
Under the direction of the Materials Manager - 3rd Shift, this position is responsible for all activities related to material receipt, storage, control and internal distribution at the Kohler Power Systems facility located in Mosel, WI. Working with scheduling & production, this position will ensure the production lines are in constant supply of material with minimal loss in productivity or inventory.
Specific responsibilities :
Conduct monthly safety training for all areas of responsibility and ensure associates are working safely including wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE). Report, investigate and follow through on all safety issues in assigned area.
Schedule associates, set expectations and monitor progress to ensure on-time delivery of material to point of use on time with quality.
Owns the proper storage of material. Works to maintain optimal inventory accuracy to meet the requirements shared by the Materials Manager - Mosel.
Ensure associates follow appropriate non-conformance and LOTO procedures.
Hold associates accountable to safety / quality / performance / attendance standards.
Coordinate the training and development of associates to meet job expectations.
Ensure associates have all equipment necessary to perform the job. Ensure the condition of equipment is maintained in accordance to Materials Manager - Mosel directives
Resolve any union grieveances with the assistance of Materials Manager - Mosel
Verify and maintain all attendance, payroll and associates records for the assigned area.
Requirements :
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Engineering with a concentration in Supply Chain, Logisitcs or Operations Management preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing related work experience required with Supply Chain or Logistics related work experience preferred.
- Previously leadership experience (manufacturing or military environment) required with experience with leading unionized associates preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication and leadership skills are required.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to understand and learn quickly required.
- Knowledge of SAP and Workbrain production control systems is strongly preferred.
