Material Flow Supervisor

Trane Technologies plc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies plc is seeking a materials and logistics supervisor to coordinate daily site material flows, receiving, warehousing, and shipping at an on-site Columbia, SC facility. You will lead staff and implement lean practices to support production needs and optimize inventory while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes process improvement, collaboration with logistics providers, and maintaining accurate records for continuous improvement and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or engineering preferred; 1–5 years in manufacturing.
• Experience with rate-based or flow line environments (non-MRP).
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean processes.
• Familiarity with visual management systems.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment and related certifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory/shipping software.

Responsibilities

• Apply lean management to increase velocity and reduce inventory levels.
• Create and own action plans, countermeasures, and logistics reports.
• Verify incoming/outgoing shipments against records and prepare items for shipment.
• Determine shipment methods, routes, and rates.
• Manage packing areas and supervise staff to meet production needs.
• Maintain records, logs, and documentation; coordinate with 3PLs and providers.
• Develop warehouse systems for receiving, inventory, and shipping.
• Ensure compliance with warehousing regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Inventory management

Team leadership

Problem solving

Customer service orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Oracle

O T M

Kodiak

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.

Where Is The Work

On-Site (5 days)

What's In It For You

Supervises and coordinates daily material flow activities at the site to ensure production needs. Supports any materials operation functions from receiving, inventory, picking, and shipping. The material flow supervisor is responsible for providing materials, equipment, and supplies by directing receiving, warehousing, and distribution services, and supervising staff.

What You Will Do

• Utilization of project management skills to implement lean management efforts to increase velocity and minimize inventory levels.
• Creates/establishes and owns/operates the action plans, countermeasures, and other critical logistics reports.
• Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment: Compares identifying information and counts, weights or measures items of incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records.
• Determines method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates.
• Manages wooden or cardboard container pack out areas or selects preassembled containers.
• Accurately completes records, logs, manifests, time sheets and other pertinent documentation to support the job function.
• Manage relationship with logistics providers and any 3PL shipping providers on or off site.
• Develop warehouse operation’s systems by determining product handling and storage requirements, and creates processes for receiving product, equipment utilization, inventory management, and shipping.
• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Maintain logistics staffing job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results
• Continuous development, implementation, enforcement, and evaluation of policies and procedures.
• Create material flow design by planning layout, product flow, and product handling systems; evaluating and recommending new equipment.
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures, and complying with legal regulations.
• Maintain receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures.
• Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Safeguard material operations and contents by establishing and monitoring security procedures and protocols.
• Control inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.
• Maintain physical condition of warehouse and docks by planning and implementing new design layouts; inspecting equipment; issuing work orders for repair and requisitions for replacement.
• Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Maintain material staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
• Maintain material staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other responsibilities include but are not limited to resolving problems, completing audits, and identifying trends

What You Will Bring

• Bachelors degree in business or engineering discipline preferred A minimum of 1-5 years of experience in the integrated functions of manufacturing
• Experience with rate-based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments.
• Experience in operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes.
• Experience with visual management systems.
• Experience operating warehouse equipment and any necessary certifications
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and other inventory control/shipping software

Key Competencies and Success Factors

• In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement and distribution).
• Be a proactive change agent and possess leadership skills to build and maintain a team oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies.
• Problem Solving: Uses data analysis and excellent processes to help predict problem areas and identify areas of opportunity.
• Possess a strong customer service orientation and must provide dedicated support of internal customer requirements.
• Analytical : Superior analytical skills
• Computer: High level proficiency in Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, etc.), Oracle, OTM, Kodiak, or other warehouse and shipping management systems.
• Communication: Strong written, oral communication, and presentation skills

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$60,000.00 - $109,340.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

No

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.