Leader Warehouse

Yanfeng; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking a Leader Warehouse to oversee material flow, receiving, shipping, and inventory management in our Fountain Inn, SC plant. You will direct order receipt, material planning, production scheduling, and warehouse operations to ensure efficient throughput and accuracy.

You will train staff, use ERP/WMS to monitor day-to-day performance, and drive improvements in processes, safety, and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience using an ERP system in a repetitive manufacturing environment.
• 2 years’ experience using a warehouse management system.
• Experience managing in a union environment.
• Experience with Kanban systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee receiving of materials and inbound material activities; monitor reports and communicates with staff to ensure sufficient materials are available to production and ensure inbound raw materials.
• Understand fundamentals of scheduling system and use reports to manage processes that affect production.
• Manage warehouse to ensure utilization of space and material flow is efficient for the facility; manage and monitor maintenance of storage and holding areas to ensure product is secure and properly identified; manage and maintain accurate location listings and communicate to staff.
• Supervise subordinates in essential functions and ensure departmental compliance of all company policies/procedures and customer mandates.
• Manage with proactive methods utilizing management reports and good communication to invoke actions to eliminate delays; manage adherence to production and shipping schedules using tools provided.
• Manage and communicate contingency plans for workflow changes as necessary on an on-going basis for prevention plan for timing issues.
• Maintain Destination Shipping instructions and ASN Contingency Matrix per the YF iOS shipping standard.
• Audit subordinates and their work areas to ensure employee safety and housekeeping.
• Participate in annual budget forecasts; reports costs for material and labor within Material Group to Plant Manager as necessary.
• Manage enforcement of methods and policies ensuring the most efficient and economical transport of all materials in and out of the plant per established routings, frequencies and modes.
• Enforce utilization of Quality and MPL procedures to increase efficiency and effect change through work instructions, records and training.

Skills

ERP experience

WMS experience

Union environment

Kanban systems

Education

Bachelors in SCM/Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Leader Warehouse is responsible for the physical material flow in the plant including receiving & shipping functions, warehouse layout operations and flow, and delivery of product to work centers throughout the plant, directing the process of order receipt, material planning and receipts, production/supplier scheduling, inventory accuracy/management, and warehouse management. The Leader Warehouse communicates with internal and external customers on a regular basis or to inform them of issues affecting their business. Utilizes management tools to review day to day and trends, ensures all processes are up to target or provides intervention and corrective action. Trains and develops staff to ensure they are utilizing the most efficient methods and systems applications provided.

Job Description

Leader Warehouse is responsible for the physical material flow in the plant including receiving & shipping functions, warehouse layout operations and flow, and delivery of product to work centers throughout the plant, directing the process of order receipt, material planning and receipts, production/supplier scheduling, inventory accuracy/management, and warehouse management. The Leader Warehouse communicates with internal and external customers on a regular basis or to inform them of issues affecting their business. Utilizes management tools to review day to day and trends, ensures all processes are up to target or provides intervention and corrective action. Trains and develops staff to ensure they are utilizing the most efficient methods and systems applications provided.

Essential Functions Of Job

Supervisory Capacity: Direct Reports: 1-5

• Oversee receiving of materials and inbound material activities; monitor reports and communicates with staff to ensure sufficient materials are available to production and ensure inbound raw materials.
• Understand fundamentals of scheduling system and use reports to manage processes that affect production.
• Manage warehouse to ensure utilization of space and material flow is efficient for the facility; manage and monitor maintenance of storage and holding areas to ensure product is secure and properly identified; manage and maintain accurate location listings and communicate to staff.
• Supervise subordinates in essential functions and ensure departmental compliance of all company policies/procedures and customer mandates.
• Manage with proactive methods utilizing management reports and good communication to invoke actions to eliminate delays; manage adherence to production and shipping schedules using tools provided.
• Manage and communicate contingency plans for workflow changes as necessary on an on-going basis for prevention plan for timing issues.
• Maintain Destination Shipping instructions and ASN Contingency Matrix per the YF iOS shipping standard.
• Audit subordinates and their work areas to ensure employee safety and housekeeping.
• Participate in annual budget forecasts; reports costs for material and labor within Material Group to Plant Manager as necessary.
• Manage enforcement of methods and policies ensuring the most efficient and economical transport of all materials in and out of the plant per established routings, frequencies and modes.
• Enforce utilization of Quality and MPL procedures to increase efficiency and effect change through work instructions, records and training.

Required Education Level

Bachelor's Level Degree

Area of Study: Supply Chain Management or Engineering *Equivalent work experience may also be considered for certain positions.

Required Qualifications (Experience Level, Skills, Knowledge)

• 2 Years’ experience using an ERP system in a repetitive manufacturing environment.
• 2 years’ experience using a warehouse management system.
• Experienced managing in a union environment.
• Experienced with KANBAN systems.

Experience with OSHA standards.

About Us

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future.

In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide.

Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About The Team

ABOUT THE TEAM

Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!