Material Flow Lead: Safe, Efficient Warehouse Ops

Redwood Materials; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Redwood Materials is seeking a Material Flow Specialist to oversee the efficient movement of materials to support production and ensure safe, compliant operations. You will assist Supervisors in directing day-to-day activity of Material Handlers and model safety and operational excellence.

The role involves receiving raw materials, managing inventory, organizing loading activities, and maintaining data accuracy in the Warehouse Management System.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience preferred
• Demonstrated safety track record
• Previous experience in warehousing preferred
• Strong command of English (written and spoken)

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and ensure compliance with material handling equipment
• Coordinate task distribution with supervisor
• Train and lead material handlers in receiving, inventory control, or loading
• Pick and load inventory for production areas
• Manage data in a Warehouse Management System and generate reports
• Establish and model quality control mechanisms
• Perform physical tasks as directed (pushing, pulling, twisting, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Manage internal material flow to support production requirements
• Receive inbound shipments of raw materials and equipment
• Lead physical inventory audits and cycle counts
• Develop material flow strategies to improve efficiency
• Operate PIT equipment including reach trucks and forklifts

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Warehousing

English proficiency

Sustainability

Job description

Redwood Materials is seeking a Material Flow Specialist to oversee the efficient movement of materials to support production and ensure safe, compliant operations. You will assist Supervisors in directing day-to-day activity of Material Handlers and model safety and operational excellence.

The role involves receiving raw materials, managing inventory, organizing loading activities, and maintaining data accuracy in the Warehouse Management System.