Material Handling Shift Leader — Lean Operations & Growth

Stellantis; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being Coverage

Paid time off

Retirement & 401(k) plans

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Material Handling Shift Manager to lead both bargaining and non-bargaining teams in receiving and delivering materials to support daily production targets. The role includes troubleshooting, resource allocation, and driving Lean Production Way initiatives, with accountability for hiring, training, and performance of salaried staff. A strong focus on safety, quality, and cost is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge & application.
• Direct the workforce to achieve KPIs.
• Resolve employee conflicts professionally and with integrity.
• Excellent oral and written communication; MS Office/Google Suite.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of hourly and salary employees in material receiving and delivery to meet daily production targets.
• Troubleshoot problems and allocate resources to maintain plant throughput.
• Directly manage salaried non-bargaining employees including hiring, training, performance and retention.
• Promote and participate in Lean Stellantis Production Way activities.
• Oversee safety, quality, and cost initiatives at the plant.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Oral & written communication

Manpower management

Shift leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelors in supply chain/Logistics/Business (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Stellantis is seeking a Material Handling Shift Manager to lead both bargaining and non-bargaining teams in receiving and delivering materials to support daily production targets. The role includes troubleshooting, resource allocation, and driving Lean Production Way initiatives, with accountability for hiring, training, and performance of salaried staff. A strong focus on safety, quality, and cost is required.