2nd Shift Material & Warehouse Lead - Automotive Ops

Med-National Staffing Inc.; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Med-National Staffing Inc. seeks a Material & Warehouse Supervisor for the 2nd shift in a fast-paced automotive setting in Indiana. You will lead materials flow, inventory control, and warehouse operations to meet production schedules.

The role requires strong leadership, ERP/MRP experience (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics), and a proven track record in lean initiatives like JIT and Kanban. You will coach hourly staff, perform cycle counts, and partner with procurement to minimize disruptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience; or Master's degree and 6 years of related experience; or PhD and 3 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in warehouse management, materials supervision, logistics, or supply chain operations within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse and material handling personnel, ensuring safe and efficient execution of daily operations.
• Manage material flow and inventory control processes to support production requirements while minimizing excess inventory.
• Train, coach, and develop hourly team members to maintain a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Conduct cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Partner with procurement and suppliers to coordinate replenishment schedules, purchase orders, and lead-time management.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to optimize inbound and outbound material movements and transportation activities.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to monitor inventory levels, material consumption, forecasts, and replenishment needs.
• Implement and support Lean manufacturing initiatives, including Just-in-Time (JIT), Kanban, and pull-system methodologies.
• Identify and resolve material shortages, warehouse bottlenecks, and supply chain disruptions impacting production.
• Lead workforce planning and shift scheduling activities to align staffing with production demands.
• Monitor employee performance, provide ongoing coaching, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy, and material handling processes.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Med-National Staffing Inc. seeks a Material & Warehouse Supervisor for the 2nd shift in a fast-paced automotive setting in Indiana. You will lead materials flow, inventory control, and warehouse operations to meet production schedules.

The role requires strong leadership, ERP/MRP experience (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics), and a proven track record in lean initiatives like JIT and Kanban. You will coach hourly staff, perform cycle counts, and partner with procurement to minimize disruptions.