Material Flow Supervisor - Lean, 5S & Safety Champion

RK Mechanical, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries in Aurora seeks a Material Handler Supervisor to oversee daily material handling, ensure timely staging to production lines, and maintain accurate kit delivery. You will lead the Material Handler team, coach performance, and collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Quality and Logistics to sustain on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include supervising across lines, planning tasks by priority, driving 5S and Lean improvements, ensuring BOM items are kitted and labeled, and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of material handling, warehouse, or logistics experience.
• 1–2 years of supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Proficient in ERP/WMS systems, Microsoft Office, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid forklift certification and acceptable MVR required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all Material handlers across multi production lines, ensuring adherence to SWIs and safety protocols.
• Assign daily work task based on production priorities, project schedules, and manpower availability.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members on receiving material staging full and accurate kits by production stations, and documentation of best practices.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and participate in performance evaluations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Inventory regarding inventory-related issues.
• Coordinate tracking and transportation of materials between Mission Critical facilities
• Collaborate with Logistics to set up transportation of materials and finished goods
• Plan and maintain supermarket zones per production station requirements, and ensure materials are staged efficiently and organized using 5S principles.
• Lead the setup of supermarket areas (taping, labeling, shelving) to support process flow and visibility.
• Ensure all BOM (Bill of Materials) items are kitted accurately, labeled properly, and delivered to the correct production area.
• Identify opportunities to improve material handling efficiency, layout, and accuracy through Lean and 5S initiatives.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Support and enforce all company policies, including ISO 9001, environmental, and safety standards.
• Ensure all team members adhere to RK’s safety programs, PPE requirements, and Stop Work Authority.
• Conduct regular safety checks of material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, etc.).
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse and staging area using visual controls and 5S practices.

Skills

Material handling

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Forklift certification

MVR check

Tools

ERP/WMS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

RK Industries in Aurora seeks a Material Handler Supervisor to oversee daily material handling, ensure timely staging to production lines, and maintain accurate kit delivery. You will lead the Material Handler team, coach performance, and collaborate with Production, Supply Chain, Quality and Logistics to sustain on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include supervising across lines, planning tasks by priority, driving 5S and Lean improvements, ensuring BOM items are kitted and labeled, and