Aerospace Materials Supervisor

202 ELDEC Aerospace Corp.; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Crane Aerospace & Electronics in Lynnwood, WA is seeking a Materials Supervisor to drive day-to-day material handling performance on-site. You will lead a team, manage inventory accuracy, and partner with Buyers, Planners and Operations to meet KPI targets.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, 3+ in supervision, and strong Lean/inventory expertise. Expect collaboration across functions, continuous improvement focus, and a structured, safety-conscious work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years work experience, with 3+ years supervising.
• Lean principles proficiency and inventory management knowledge.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent communication.
• BS in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement efforts with Buyers, Planners and Operations.
• Develop and lead the Material Handling team and coach them to excellence.
• Maintain and ensure accurate control of inventory.
• Communicate inventory variances with internal and external customers.
• Coordinate with other functions to resolve day-to-day issues.
• Ensure a trained, flexible team with skills for assignments.
• Assist in continuous quality improvement.
• Plan and manage physical inventories and cycle counts.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Lean principles

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain / logistics / business

Tools

Excel

Access

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Opportunity

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Materials Supervisor at our Lynnwood, WA location. This is an on-site position. About Crane: Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft. You’ll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day performance of the Material handlers' group and drives results through KPIs and the standardization of their work throughout Crane Aerospace & Electronics.

Essential Functions

• Lead continuous improvement efforts with supporting organizations throughout the site including Buyers, Planners and Operations.
• Develop, establish and lead the Material Handling team, including raw Material and Finished Goods Stores being both mentor and coach to develop individual and team excellence
• Maintain and facilitate the accurate control and accountability of inventory
• Communicate with external and internal customers regarding problems associated with inventory receipt variances and address and resolve issues quickly.
• Serve as liaison to other functional areas in order to ensure the day-to-day problems and conflicts are resolved and that discrepancies are addressed
• Maintain a proactively trained and flexible team ensuring that material handler team members have proper skills for their assignments and that they are highly responsive to the needs of internal and external customers
• Assist in continuous quality improvement.
• Evaluate and recommend changes in methods and procedures
• Plan, coordinate and manage the performance of physical inventories and/or cycle counting as required to meet fiscal reporting requirements
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions

At low volume sites, may also be responsible for other areas of the business as assigned by manager. Including, but not limited to Purchasing, Planning, Inventory Control and Warehouse.

Coordinate with or lead Excess & Obsolete inventory data reporting, disposition, withdrawal and disposal processes with Procurement.

Provide data, reports and analysis as required to support Supply Chain, Finance and Corporate requests for information relative to E&O, inventory categorization and controls.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5 years work experience, with 3+ years supervising or leading people, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge: Solid understanding of integrated production and inventory management techniques and processes, inventory control, and LEAN principles and methodologies.
• Skills/Abilities: Extensive computer skills in Excel, Access and word processing applications, experience using an ERP system, preferably Oracle, excellent organizational and process development/optimization skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communications skills – both verbal and written.
• Education/Certification: BS 4-year degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field.
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications

APICS and/or ISM certifications

Working Conditions

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE.

May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes.

Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer

Workspace: assembly cell

Top Benefits

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines.

Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Salary

#LI-JJ1 #CAE Salary Range: $94,000 - $122,000 USD Annual. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful.

Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non-cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance-based bonus programs for certain positions.

Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on-the-job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.