Materials Lead

Thermoid; West Oneida (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermoid, Inc. in Oneida, TN is seeking a Materials Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations, drive inventory accuracy, and support production requirements.

You will coordinate receiving, shipping, and material handling while leading two Materials Handlers in a fast paced manufacturing environment. This role requires strong ERP/MRP knowledge, excellent Excel skills, and the ability to train and mentor teammates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree or supply chain coursework is preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP or warehouse management systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily material flow to support production schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages.
• Maintain inventory records via ERP transactions and cycle counts.
• Oversee receiving and outbound shipping activities.
• Lead, train, and mentor Materials Handlers.
• Promote safety standards and housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Shipping.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Inventory management

Material flow

ERP/MRP experience

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Training & mentoring

Forklift certification

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or related supply chain coursework

Job description

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Full Time Oneida, TN, US

Position Summary

The Materials Lead oversees daily warehouse operations and inventory control to ensure efficient material flow and support production requirements. This role coordinates receiving, shipping, inventory management, and material handling activities while leading two Materials Handlers. Working closely with production and warehouse teams, the Materials Lead maintains inventory accuracy, ensures material availability, and promotes safe, efficient operations that support overall supply chain performance.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily material flow to support production schedules and ensure departments have the raw materials and components needed to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels, communicate shortages and replenishment needs, and maintain material availability to support uninterrupted production.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through ERP transactions, Excel-based tracking tools, cycle counts, and reconciliation of physical inventory to system records.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies to ensure inventory accuracy and data integrity.
• Coordinate receiving activities, including unloading, verifying incoming materials against purchase orders, processing receipts, and maintaining receiving documentation within the ERP system.
• Coordinate outbound shipments by overseeing packaging, staging, loading, freight documentation, and shipping activities to ensure accurate and on-time customer deliveries.
• Generate and maintain shipping documentation, including packing lists, shipping labels, bills of lading, and other required transportation records.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based inventory controls, including formulas, reporting tools, and reorder point monitoring to identify potential stock shortages.
• Lead, support, and train Materials Handlers and other warehouse personnel on material handling, inventory control, safety requirements, and operational procedures.
• Promote and enforce safety standards, housekeeping practices, and company policies throughout warehouse operations.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, Shipping, and Receiving teams to resolve material-related issues and improve communication across departments.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, material flow, inventory accuracy, and overall supply chain performance.
• Participate in physical inventories, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to support operational excellence and inventory control objectives.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or relevant supply chain coursework preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of inventory management and material flow processes.
• Experience using ERP, MRP, or warehouse management systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.

HBD Industries is proud to be 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, disability, or veteran status.

The Business Unit

Thermoid, Inc. has set the standard for reliable industrial rubber products. End users worldwide and distributors supplying OEM and MRO requirements choose Thermoid, Inc. rubber products. From standard to custom-designed, we can create an almost unlimited variety of hose and/or other rubber products to meet your demanding application.