Materials Manager

Dana Corp; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp in Michigan seeks a Materials Manager to oversee procurement, storage, and distribution of manufacturing materials, ensuring availability aligns with production demand.

Lead daily operations of material handlers, enforce safety, monitor inventory, and coordinate with logistics and production to keep lines running smoothly. The role requires a Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of experience, plus 10+ years in the field, with strong leadership and Lean sensibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 10+ years of experience.
• Experience in materials management and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of material handlers to ensure timely deliveries to production lines.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct audits to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with logistics and production for material availability.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing training to ensure team competency in material handling procedures.
• Identify process inefficiencies and drive cross-functional improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Inventory Management

ERP/MRP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience

10+ years of experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

To oversee the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials required for manufacturing operations, ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time and in the right quantity. The Materials Manager plays a strategic role in managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory, and aligning material availability with production demands to support operational efficiency, cost control, and customer satisfaction.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of material handlers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of components to production lines.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular audits to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with logistics and production teams to ensure material availability.
• Provide onboarding and ongoing training to ensure team members are proficient in material handling procedures.
• Identify process inefficiencies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
• 10+ years of experience

Skills

• Leadership and Team Management - Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing - Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and applying Lean principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) to improve processes.
• Inventory and Materials Management - Proficient in managing material flow, inventory control, and using ERP/MRP systems.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.