Materials Supervisor 2nd

Dana Incorporated; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking a Materials Supervisor to oversee material flow and inventory control. This role involves managing shipping and receiving processes, ensuring timely procurement, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant experience in shipping and receiving, along with strong leadership and communication skills. Join a dynamic team focused on efficiency and quality in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in shipping and receiving.
• Documented work experience with MRP and JIT systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the flow of raw materials for manufacturing.
• Supervise Shipping/Receiving clerk for accuracy and timely completion.
• Ensure production lines are supplied with raw materials.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Software

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 three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway 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

To manage and coordinate the flow of raw materials, components, and supplies necessary for automotive manufacturing and assembly operations. The Materials Supervisor ensures timely procurement, accurate inventory control, and efficient material handling to support production schedules, minimize downtime, and uphold quality and safety standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and monitor daily “yard dog” routes with input from scheduling for next day pickups.
• Monitor inventory FIFO methods are being followed.
• Supervise cycle count activities and personnel.
• Supervise Shipping/Receiving clerk ensuring accuracy and timely completion of paperwork.
• Obtain and ensure closing of Load Sheets for shipments.
• Review returnable dunnage and setup BOL and schedule shipments as needed.
• Attend Daily Diamond meetings (as applicable).
• Manage Receiving dock for MRO, RPA, and FedEx transactions or shipments.
• Hold employees accountable for safety, transaction accuracy, housekeeping, and contractual agreements.
• Ensure production lines are supplied with raw materials and ensure smooth flow of material throughout the plant.
• Ensure outbound shipments to customers leave on time, ASN submission, and documentation completed.
• Ensure incoming supplier shipments are received on time, ASN receipts, and documentation completed.
• Maintain daily communication with planning team, including reporting to the materials team as needed.

Required Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma/GED plus 3-5 years’ experience in shipping and receiving.
• Documented work experience with MRP and JIT systems.
• Knowledge of shipping/receiving processes, including safe loading/unloading.
• Knowledge of safe dock practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft software and general computer literacy.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, problem solving, decision making, teamwork, and organizational skills.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of customer-based information websites is an asset.
• SAP experience.
• Leadership skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other protected classes.

Note: We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless engaged for a specific opening. Resumes submitted unsolicited are considered without fee owed to the recruiter.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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