Materials Supervisor

Ulti-Mate Connector, Inc.; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking a Materials Supervisor in Peabody, MA to lead the materials department, drive operational excellence, and maintain critical material control systems. You will manage shipping, receiving, and inventory using Visual ERP, collaborating with planning and stockroom teams to maximize performance and ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a strong sense of urgency, professional behavior, and the ability to lead a team. Bachelor’s degree preferred with 7+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Maintains inventory levels with weekly cycle counts and annual physical inventory.
• Maintains material quality and control by proper storage and labeling.
• Supports Stockroom with releasing from inspection, kitting and marker printing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material control systems to support OTD goals.
• Lead shipping, receiving, and inventory control using Visual ERP.
• Collaborate with planning and assembly to ensure on-time delivery.
• Adhere to policies and communicate procedures within the department.
• Manage departmental functions to achieve goals and objectives.
• Model professional behavior including urgency, integrity and teamwork.
• Partner with purchasing to ensure timely receipts and cross-functional support.

Skills

Exceptional written and oral comms

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Visual ERP system

Job description

We always do the right thing, the right way.

Job Title: Materials Supervisor

Job ID:

Location: Peabody, MA

Department: Materials

Reports To: Materials Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation : $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Summary:

Step into a key leadership role where you will drive the operational excellence of our materials department, ensuring compliance with company policies and contributing to corporate development efforts. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining critical material control systems, alongside managing all aspects of shipping, receiving, and accurate inventory control using the Visual ERP system. Success in this position relies on exhibiting strong professional behavior, including independent judgment and a sense of urgency. Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, assembly, purchasing, and stockroom teams to ensure on-time delivery and maximize overall performance output.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities:

• Participates in corporate development of methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for projects and programs
• Manage all departmental functions such that goals and objectives are achieved
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, ensures they are communicated and implemented within the department
• Develop, implement and maintain material control systems
• Cultivate work habits that maximize performance output
• Exhibit appropriate professional behavior including leadership, sense of urgency, independent judgement, teamwork, abilities to get along with others, punctuality, strong desire to see activities through to conclusion, personal integrity and contribution to business goals
• Utilize core competencies to achieve departmental goals and objectives
• Collaborate with planning and assembly teams to support on-time delivery (OTD) goals

Position Requirements:

• Establish and maintain a neat and orderly work area
• Develop a working knowledge of all product
• Ensure orders are properly shipped using FedEx, DHL, and UPS software
• Package and label orders accurately for shipment
• Receive and process all orders in the Visual ERP system
• Receive incoming items by accepting deliveries, unpacking shipments, recording identifying information, and entering transactions into the ERP system
• Prepare shipments by assembling, packing, protecting, and labeling containers
• Document shipped items by recording identifying and transportation information
• Partner with the purchasing team to ensure timely processing of receipts and provide cross-functional support within the materials department as needed

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Maintain inventory levels by assisting with weekly cycle counts and annual physical inventory
• Maintain material quality and control by storing parts in appropriate locations and containers
• Support Stockroom personnel with various functions such as releasing from inspection, kitting and marker printing

Certifications & Competencies:

• Bachelors Degree (preferred)
• Minimum of 7 years experience
• Experience working with contract manufacturers, suppliers or distributors
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Experience leading a team providing direction and guidance

Compensation, Benefits & Legal:

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Base Salary Range: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
• Benefits & Perks: Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package featuring health coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and career development resources.

EEO Statement

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.

Location(s)

245 Lynn Field Street, Peabody , Massachusetts 01960 , United States

Workplace Type

On-site

In addition to federal law requirements, Aptiv complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Aptiv expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.