3rd Shift Materials Supervisor – Automotive Plant Ops

Venteon; Adrian (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonus potential

Good benefits

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a 3rd shift Materials Supervisor in the Adrian, MI area. The role requires prior supervisory experience in a plant manufacturing setting and solid knowledge of Lean processes, IATF 16949, and ISO14001.

You will manage materials planning, inventory, and warehouse operations during the 9:30 PM–6:30 AM shift, with overtime possible. Responsibilities include leading continuous improvement projects, budgeting, tooling and PPE provisioning, and cross-functional coordination with

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in a plant manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of IATF 16949 and ISO14001 requirements.
• Experience with bar code labeling and scanning technology.
• Knowledge of union contract language.
• Materials, supply chain, or inventory management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers and customers.
• Ability to plan and organize daily activities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• High school graduate; post-high school education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Empower and motivate teams to drive continuous improvement.
• Maximize value-added activities and support the business plan.
• Ensure tools and PPE are available and requisitioned as needed.
• Report progress to Material Operations Manager or designate.
• Conduct development reviews for direct reports with clear objectives.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets and capital requirements.
• Distribute work fairly, manage overtime, and schedule vacations.
• Develop and train staff within the department.
• Provide engineering input on packaging and shipping considerations.
• Manage materials planning to support daily operations.
• Oversee inventory accuracy and establish controls.
• Lead warehouse operations and cycle counts.
• Develop standard processes to improve production efficiency.
• Coordinate with Safety Committee and enforce safety rules.
• Maintain positive employee relations and timely issue resolution.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling

Budget management

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Bar code labeling

Job description

Venteon is seeking a 3rd shift Materials Supervisor in the Adrian, MI area. The role requires prior supervisory experience in a plant manufacturing setting and solid knowledge of Lean processes, IATF 16949, and ISO14001.

You will manage materials planning, inventory, and warehouse operations during the 9:30 PM–6:30 AM shift, with overtime possible. Responsibilities include leading continuous improvement projects, budgeting, tooling and PPE provisioning, and cross-functional coordination with