Materials Supervisor

Altis Technology; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract-to-permanent opportunity

On-site role

Daytime schedule 7am-4pm

Automotive manufacturing exposure

Job summary

Altis Technology in Newmarket, ON, is seeking a hands-on Materials Supervisor for a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. You will lead a team of 89 on the production floor, ensuring parts are picked, tracked and delivered to support continuous production.

This contract-to-permanent role offers a stable daytime schedule (7:00 AM–4:00 PM) and the opportunity to directly impact production outcomes through strong leadership, ERP/MRP coordination (SAP), and ongoing problem solving.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory or team-lead experience in manufacturing, ideally automotive.
• Hands-on experience with materials, inventory, and material flow.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems, SAP is a strong asset.
• Strong Excel skills and data-driven mindset.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and lead on the production floor.
• Lean, 5S and IATF 16949 exposure are assets.
• Forklift certification or related material-handling experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a 89-person team handling material picking and movement.
• Monitor daily operations to ensure correct parts are available as needed.
• Communicate changes in requirements to the team and adjust priorities.
• Troubleshoot material, inventory and system issues to keep production moving.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to support material and inventory processes.
• Stay active on the floor, assisting with picking and material handling when required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Materials management

Excel skills

ERP/MRP (SAP)

Adaptability

Lean Manufacturing / 5S exposure

Forklift certification

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Newmarket, ON, Fully On-site

Language: Strong written and spoken English communication skills

Duration: Contract-to-Permanent, with potential for direct permanent hire for the right candidate

Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check required

About the Opportunity

Were looking for a hands‑on Materials Supervisor to join a fast‑paced automotive manufacturing environment in Newmarket. Youll lead a team of 89 employees responsible for ensuring the right parts are picked, tracked and delivered where they need to be, helping keep production running smoothly.

This is not a desk‑based supervisory role. Youll be visible on the production floor, supporting your team, responding to changing priorities and catching issues before they affect production. With custom manufacturing comes variety, so this opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys solving problems and leading through change.

Whats In It for You

• $28$29/hour, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates
• Long‑term contract-to‑permanent opportunity, with direct permanent hire potentially considered for the right candidate
• Consistent 7:00 AM4:00 PM schedule, 42.5 hours per week
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment
• Hands‑on leadership role where your decisions directly impact production success

Your Responsibilities

• Youll supervise and support a team of 89 employees responsible for picking and moving materials for production.
• Youll monitor daily operations to ensure the correct parts are picked and available when production needs them.
• Youll communicate changing requirements to your team and help employees adjust quickly to production priorities.
• Youll troubleshoot material, inventory and system issues while keeping operations moving.
• Youll use ERP/MRP systems to support material and inventory processes.
• Youll remain active on the floor, stepping in to support picking and material‑handling activities when required.

Skills and Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory or team‑lead experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with automotive experience strongly preferred
• Hands‑on experience with materials, inventory, production supply, picking or material flow
• Experience using an ERP or MRP system, with SAP experience considered a strong asset
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with operational data
• Strong problem‑solving, attention to detail and ability to manage changing priorities
• Lean Manufacturing, 5S and IATF 16949/TS 16949 exposure are considered assets
• Forklift certification, shipping/receiving experience or related material‑handling experience are assets

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI‑assisted tools to help review applications.