Materials Operations Lead

Ultipro; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a Materials Supervisor to lead a team ensuring materials are organized, accurate, and ready for production in a contract electronics manufacturing environment.

You will work with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to keep material flowing, address shortages, and support on-time customer delivery. This is an onsite role in Milwaukee with standard weekday hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of materials management, warehouse, or inventory control experience in electronics or contract manufacturing.
• At least two years of supervisory, lead, or mentoring experience.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, inventory controls, cycle counting, receiving, and material planning processes.
• A practical leadership approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach to solving problems.
• Knowledge of applicable shipping and DOT requirements for materials handled by the facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Material Handlers and Shipping/Receiving Clerks, setting clear priorities and supporting their training and performance.
• Oversee receiving, storage, picking, staging, material movement, and shipping.
• Maintain accurate inventory and ERP records through consistent transactions, cycle counts, and discrepancy resolution.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and Production to address shortages and keep materials available when needed.
• Support new product introductions with accurate material staging and documentation.
• Improve warehouse organization and material flow while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Skills

Materials management

Supervisory experience

ERP/MRP systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Milwaukee Electronics is seeking a Materials Supervisor to lead a team ensuring materials are organized, accurate, and ready for production in a contract electronics manufacturing environment.

You will work with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to keep material flowing, address shortages, and support on-time customer delivery. This is an onsite role in Milwaukee with standard weekday hours.