2nd-Shift Materials Supervisor - Lean & Inventory Lead

Steelcase Inc.; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages and benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Inclusive culture and employee support

Steelecase’s commitment to people and

Job summary

Steelcase Inc. is seeking a Materials Supervisor for the Plant Floor on the 2nd shift to lead the materials teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will coach staff, manage inventories, and drive safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

This role requires lean thinking, strong communication, and hands-on supervision of 10+ direct reports. You’ll collaborate across departments to optimize processes, control costs, and ensure accurate ERP data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (typically 3+ years in manufacturing operations).
• 2+ years of experience supervising a team.
• 2+ years of experience with an ERP system (SAP preferred).
• Emotional stability and resilience to handle high-stress, high-demand environments.
• Must be able to work 2nd shift (approximately 2pm to 12am).

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing materials teams to ensure safety and efficiency in the manufacturing plant.
• Optimizing processes and applying lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste.
• Tracking large materials inventories and ensuring accuracy across systems.
• Collaborating with other departments to drive continuous improvement.
• Managing cost and inventory controls to support operational goals.
• Empowering team members to perform at their best in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Skills

Leadership capability

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Steelcase Inc. is seeking a Materials Supervisor for the Plant Floor on the 2nd shift to lead the materials teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will coach staff, manage inventories, and drive safety and efficiency on the shop floor.

This role requires lean thinking, strong communication, and hands-on supervision of 10+ direct reports. You’ll collaborate across departments to optimize processes, control costs, and ensure accurate ERP data.