Materials Superintendent- 2nd shift

Polaris Industries Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Industries Inc in Huntsville, Alabama, is looking for a key leader in the Materials organization. This role encompasses supervising teams and enhancing material flow, safety, and inventory accuracy. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in relevant fields and at least 5 years of experience. They should demonstrate strong leadership, collaboration, and planning skills. The ideal applicant will also have proficiency with ERP/WMS systems and a background in process improvements. This position does not offer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven ability to generate process mapping documentation.
• Demonstrated capability in troubleshooting material processes.
• Experience with ERP and/or WMS.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Materials Manager for workforce deployment and strategic priorities.
• Provide daily leadership and supervision to salaried and hourly employees.
• Monitor and improve workplace safety conditions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Materials organization.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Planning & Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

ERP

WMS

Job description

Position Overview

You will serve as a key leader within the Materials organization, partnering with the Materials Manager to ensure people, processes, and priorities are aligned to support customer service, material flow, and inventory accuracy at the Polaris site. You will provide day‑to‑day supervision and leadership across salaried and hourly teams within a multi‑shift operation, including oversight of third‑party receiving and warehouse activities. You will work closely with cross‑functional partners to support safety, quality, productivity, and schedule attainment. This role is a compelling opportunity because you will have direct ownership over material operations that impact production performance, inventory health, and site level execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Materials Manager to deploy the workforce in support of strategic priorities related to customer service, material flow, and inventory accuracy.
• Provide daily leadership and supervision to salaried and hourly employees, ensuring achievement of safety, quality, productivity, schedule, cost, and employee program objectives.
• Assign and prioritize work based on production requirements and employee skill sets to meet or exceed production schedules.
• Monitor, assess, and proactively improve workplace safety conditions, ensuring a safe work environment at all times.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators related to safety, quality, environmental compliance, and productivity, using data to drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate daily communication across a multiple shift operation and maintain strong collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, and project teams.
• Coach and support supervisors and employees across all areas of the Materials operation, including third‑party receiving and warehouse functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging participation and implementing standardized processes across the Materials organization.
• Plan and organize activities to support production deadlines while maintaining process consistency and standardization.
• Prepare inventory accuracy reports, maintain records, and take corrective action to address discrepancies.
• Assist with department budget preparation and ensure adherence to established budgets.

Desired Competencies

• Leadership: Inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Planning & Organization: Manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven ability to generate process mapping documentation, including specifications, engineering reports, plans, and procedures.
• Demonstrated capability in troubleshooting material processes and applying structured problem‑solving methods to resolve downtime events.
• Demonstrated experience with ERP and/or WMS.
• Background in participating in or leading material flow engineering reviews, design reviews, and packaging improvement initiatives.
• Proficient in monitoring material consumption processes to maintain optimal stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and prevent stockouts.
• Hands‑on involvement in planning, mapping, and improving delivery methods.
• Ability to document and create Standard Work and visual management systems for multiple levels of leadership and operations.
• Position is not eligible for sponsorship.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800‑765‑2747 or [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).