Materials Supervisor

Job Description:

Position Title or Job Classification:  Materials Supervisor

Business Unit: Terex Utilities

Location: Waukesha, WI

Work Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in U.S.A.

Reports to:  Plant Operations Manager

At Terex Utilities, we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

The Materials Supervisor, based in Waukesha, WI, is responsible for managing the auditing of bills of lading for merchandise received and inspections of materials for good condition in cooperation with the Quality Control Team. Once received, the Materials Supervisor manages Inventory Control to ensure the material is added to inventory, secured, and distributed accordingly, ensuring safe stocks and cycle counts are done accurately.

What You’ll Do

• Direct activities of shipping and receiving employees responsible for all inbound and outbound equipment/components/material, provides leadership and direction to same.

• Perform scheduling and planning activities in our ERP.

• Release and close orders as needed.

• Responsible for leading the inventory control management processes and directs activities of inventory control employees.

• Leads annual physical inventory.

• Correctly interpret and enforce company policies and procedures to ensure compliance.

• Manages Inventory Control, conducts/leads cycle counting and inventory control processes and audits.

• Data analytics, Excel experience with formulas.

• Accurately document all receivables from their multiple sources (FedEx, UPS, USPS, Pine Drivers, Customer Drop Off and other sources).

• Assist the Quality Department with inspections of all equipment/components/material upon arrival.

• Generate receipt of goods reports with three (3) check off/sign off prior to submittal to accounting.

• Promptly communicates all discrepancies (missing items, damages, unexpected returns and any others that come up) with operations management and scheduling.

• Maintains a clean and efficient work area at all times.

• Review, generates and implements processes to meet or exceed customer expectations.

• Measure work performance; compares results to objectives; takes corrective actions.

• Establish, maintain and promote exceptional customer service.

• Analyze and recommend improvements to procedures and methods regarding inventory accuracy, operational processes, streamlining and customer service.

• Knowledge of manufacturing shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations.

• Knowledgeable in the principles and practices of effective customer service.

• All other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Materials Management, or Engineering

• Knowledge of Lean concepts (Kanban, Kaizen events, Takt time, etc.)

Physical Requirements of the Job:

Physical requirements of the job are classified as medium to heavy. Physical demand requirements are in excess of light work. Medium to heavy work is defined as:

• 10 to 40 pounds of force frequently, may include pushing, pulling and lifting

• 40 to 100 pounds of force occasionally with assistance of machinery or others to move objects

• Ability to stand and/or walk for 10+ hours per shift

Specific Competencies

• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and work closely with other departments

• Ability to work in a fast paced and demanding environment

• Effectively communicate with all team members

• Function as a team member and contribute to group goals while maintaining a positive attitude

• Maintain the integrity of confidential business and product information

• Continuously search for new and better ways of doing things; challenges the status quo and sets stretch goals; works across boundaries to achieve common goals; strives to continuously improve oneself

• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills

• Helps others, willing to provide back-up when needed