Materials Leader

Ariens Company; Fayetteville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AriensCo in Fayetteville, TN is seeking a Materials Leader to guide daily and monthly material replenishment, inventory control, and supplier communication on the manufacturing floor.

You will champion continuous improvement, lead a Lean-focused team, and drive key metrics such as inventory turns, safety, quality, and on-time delivery. The role requires at least 5 years in operations with lean and materials experience, an Associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related operations experience with lean and materials.
• Strong analytical background and Excel proficiency.
• Proven leadership, coaching and development of team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily and monthly material replenishment and inventory management.
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting, supplier communication, and SIOP.
• Coach and develop team members using lean tools and leader standard work.
• Manage PFEP plan, Kanban, space, and tool creation to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with Sourcing and Quality Teams to address material issues.
• Determine production schedules and capacity to fulfill customer orders.

Skills

Leadership

Excel

Analytical

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Job description

Materials Leader### Materials LeaderApply: TN - Fayetteville: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-04247At AriensCo, we build more than exceptional products – we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values innovative thinking, hard work and determination. We interact in teams, collaborate together and make decisions quickly.We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities. Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people Speaking of people, you’re not just employee #1,762 to us. You’re family and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we can’t continue to produce the amazing products we're known for around the world. Ready for the ride of your career? Then come join us. By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.# **Job Description:** AriensCo is looking for a talented Materials Leader to join our manufacturing team in Fayetteville, TN! This leadership role is responsible for driving daily and monthly operations and materials goals while championing continuous improvement in material replenishment, inventory management, forecasting, and supplier communication. **THE DAY TO DAY...** * Live by and promote the Ariens Core Values and 15 Principles* Set goals, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for team* Accountable for managing resources to ensure key value stream metrics are met + Inventory turns + Safety + Customer delivery + 6S + Quality - Executes the disposition of all purchased material rejects + Provides supplier feedback to Sourcing and Quality Teams + Executes the SIOP process (Planned versus actual)* Execute continuous improvement throughout assigned area + Lead, coach, mentor team in a continuous improvement mindset + Support new product development and engineering (PCS) projects + Existing product/process improvements + Problem-solves and implements corrective actions for the root causes of all material related issues + Customer satisfaction + Shop Floor Management* Develop and sustain Plan for every part process (PFEP) + Material space requirements and Kanban creations + Material action triggers + Location maintenance + Manage and create tools to ensure compliance of systems* Execute training, coaching and direction for development of team members + TWI training + Gemba walks + Problem solving + Use of lean tools + Training Matrix + Accountability boards + Leader standard work + Pull systems* Manage the process to issue signals to suppliers to deliver material to assigned areas. (kanban, forecast, visuals, purchase orders, etc)* Control the creation of serial numbers for finished goods and maintains product history* Determine production schedule and capacities to fulfill customer orders **THE QUALIFICATIONS..**. * High School Diploma required; Associate degree from an accredited college or university preferred* Minimum of 5 years related operations; previous lean and materials experience* Strong analytical background* Robust Excel skills and experience* Demonstrated leadership, coaching and development of people **WORKING CONDITIONS...** * On-site in manufacturing environment with frequent presence on the production floorApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.