Materials Operations Manager

Stellantis; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) match

Company vehicle lease

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Material Operations Manager in Sterling Heights, MI to lead daily material flow on the production floor and serve as a key resource to Plant Production Operations Centers, Safety, Quality, Engineering, and MLM Production Control Operations.

The role leads a cross-functional team of salaried employees, oversees hiring, training, performance, retention, and participates in Stellantis Production Way lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related field required.
• 5+ years manufacturing experience in production control, supply chain or material handling.
• Lean manufacturing knowledge and application.
• Ability to lead workforce and drive KPI results.
• Experience resolving employee conflicts with professionalism.
• Excellent oral and written communication; proficient in MS Office/Google Suite.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead material throughput improvement initiatives and downtime mitigation.
• Manage manpower, hiring, training, performance, and retention.
• Participate in Lean Management activities and kaizen projects.
• Lead Safety, Quality and Cost initiatives at plant and corporate levels.
• Interact with bargaining and non-bargaining staff and executive leadership.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

People management

Communication

Conflict resolution

Shift flexibility

MS Office / Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The Material Operations Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations associated with plant material flow on the production floor. This role directly supports daily production, this individual acts as the centralized resource for the Plant Production Operations Centers, Safety, Quality, Engineering and the Material Logistics Management (MLM) Production Control Operations team. The Material Operations Manager is also responsible for directly managing a cross-functional team of salaried non-bargaining employees, accountable for employee hiring, training, performance and retention. The Material Operations Manager participates in and promotes lean Stellantis Production Way activities.

• Responsible for Manpower Management including Salary Employee Hiring, Training, Performance, Stellantis Production Way Involvement and Retention
• Responsible for leading material throughput improvement initiatives and downtime mitigation activities
• Participates in Stellantis Production Way Lean Management activities for the Logistics Customer Service (LCS) Pillar including use of lean tools and methodologies and the completion of kaizen projects
• Leads Safety, Quality and Cost initiatives set forth by the Plant and Corporate
• Interacts with all levels of the organization including bargaining and non-bargaining hourly and salary employees as well as executive leadership

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment focused in production control, supply chain or material handling
• Ability to demonstrate lean manufacturing knowledge and application
• Ability to direct the workforce and deliver results on Key Performance Indicators
• Experience in resolving employee conflicts with professionalism and integrity
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Stellantis Production Way Logistics Pillar knowledge
• Knowledge of basic layout work in AutoCAD
• Experience Working in a Unionized Environment

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.