Material Handler Lead | Lean & Safety Champion

nVent; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement & family leave

Job summary

nVent is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to ensure uninterrupted production flow in the assigned area. You will coach employees, train on-the-job, and coordinate material and information movement across shifts to meet daily goals.

In this role, you will apply Lean principles (MDI, 5S) to eliminate waste, improve workflow, and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the shipping department.

Qualifications

• Education and experience aligned with shipping operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience using standard office software and shipping documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide backup to the Shipping Supervisor for all assigned areas.
• Lead Lean activities (MDI, 5S, Kaizen) to drive continuous improvement.
• Drive waste reduction through Lean deployment and process improvements.
• Operate equipment such as CRTs and forklifts as required.
• Coordinate training and ensure timely material movement across shifts.
• Communicate issues to shifts and support teams via email and in person.
• Ensure safe work practices and proper incident reporting.

Skills

Shipping process knowledge

Lean manufacturing

5S workplace organization

Analytical thinking

Effective communications

Coaching and training

Safety compliance

Adaptability to change

Education

High school diploma or GED

3-5 years shipping work experience

Tools

Windows

Excel

Outlook

MACPAC

Job description

nVent is seeking a Shipping Supervisor to ensure uninterrupted production flow in the assigned area. You will coach employees, train on-the-job, and coordinate material and information movement across shifts to meet daily goals.

In this role, you will apply Lean principles (MDI, 5S) to eliminate waste, improve workflow, and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement across the shipping department.