Materials Manager

Dana Canada Corp.; Warren, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Canada Corp. in Warren, Michigan, seeks a results-driven material operations leader to direct daily material handlers, ensure on-time component delivery, and uphold safety and quality standards on the factory floor.

The role requires strong ownership of inventory, coordination with logistics, and hands-on training for team members. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of relevant experience, 10+ years in manufacturing environments, and proven ability to apply Lean tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 10+ years of experience in material handling or manufacturing.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of material handlers to ensure timely delivery 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.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Inventory Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

4+ years of applicable experience

10+ years of experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

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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

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 efficiencies 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.

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Join our team of 28,000 problem solvers who are fostering a culture of innovation by leveraging the diverse perspectives of our global team. We believe in facing challenges head-on by finding opportunity and uncovering possibility, where roadblocks and barriers become targets instead of obstacles. We are One Dana with limitless opportunity.

Our Values

• Value Others
• Grow Responsibly
• Win Together

Nearest Major Market: Warren
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit