Materials Supervisor

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

Job Summary  

This position is responsible for the day-to-day materials operations in the assigned department.  Responsible for achieving daily productivity, efficiency, cost, quality, safety and EOE objectives through both individual and team contributions.   Provides direction, leadership, development, and support to direct reports through empowerment, teamwork, on-the-job assignments, and continuous improvement initiatives.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies, OSHA regulations and applicable laws. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to the following: 

Manage kitting process, material handlers & shipping/receiving areas 

Work closely with all departments to ensure all plant and company goals are achieved 

Be the face of Materials on the off shifts, maintain work orders, finished & WIP goods inventory accuracy, load sheets, shipping/receiving accuracy and any other duties assigned 

Set goals for performance and deadlines that comply with company guidelines and communicate goals with subordinates 

Organize workflow assignments and ensure that employees understand their duties and/or delegated tasks. 

Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching 

Ensures proper procedures are being followed for production efficiency, product quality, employee safety according to company, state, and federal guidelines 

Recommends improvements to process methods, equipment performance and quality of products 

Receives complaints and resolves problems production issues 

Maintains timekeeping with the Materials arena 

Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations 

Accomplishes human resources objectives by, training, scheduling, coaching, counseling, disciplining employees and conducting performance evaluations; communicates job expectations; and consistently enforces company policies and procedures 

Leads by example, this includes following company policies, standards, and specifications 

 

Job Qualifications/Requirements 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: 

Proven experience as supervisor or relevant role; 1-3 years’ experience preferred 

Education required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent  

Strong understanding of products and production processes 

Knowledge of quality control standards and systems 

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with people 

Strong attention to detail and accuracy 

Good reasoning ability is required to solve a wide range of business problems 

Should have excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and deal with stressful situations 

Contributes to building a positive team spirit and displays a great attitude; team facilitation skills including conflict resolution 

Must be able to work a flexible schedule and overtime based on customer needs 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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