Materials Supervisor - A Crew

Detroit Manufacturing Systems; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava seeks a Materials Supervisor to lead material flow within our manufacturing facility. You will oversee material handlers, ensure accurate inventory, and coordinate replenishment to keep production running smoothly.

Successful candidates will have manufacturing experience, strong leadership, and hands-on knowledge of ERP/WMS and RF scanning. A focus on safety and continuous improvement is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, RF scanners, and inventory management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily material handling operations, including line feeding, inventory movements, and warehouse support activities.
• Lead and develop material handlers to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Ensure uninterrupted material flow to production areas to prevent downtime.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through proper scanning, transactions, and cycle count activities.
• Coordinate material replenishment using FIFO, Kanban, and other inventory control processes.
• Investigate and resolve material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and process issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies regarding powered industrial equipment.
• Track and report department KPIs, including inventory accuracy, forklift utilization, productivity, and material delivery performance.
• Support continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing waste and improving operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, receiving, quality, and supply chain teams to meet customer requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Material handling

Manufacturing experience

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Excel

ERP/WMS/RF scanners

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP systems

WMS systems

RF scanners

Inventory management software

Job description

Materials Supervisor

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for leading material flow operations within the manufacturing facility, ensuring materials are delivered safely, accurately, and on time to support production requirements. This role manages material handlers, inventory movement, line replenishment, and warehouse activities while driving safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Do:

• Supervise daily material handling operations, including line feeding, inventory movements, and warehouse support activities.
• Lead and develop material handlers to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Ensure uninterrupted material flow to production areas to prevent downtime.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through proper scanning, transactions, and cycle count activities.
• Coordinate material replenishment using FIFO, Kanban, and other inventory control processes.
• Investigate and resolve material shortages, inventory discrepancies, and process issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies regarding powered industrial equipment.
• Track and report department KPIs, including inventory accuracy, forklift utilization, productivity, and material delivery performance.
• Support continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing waste and improving operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, shipping, receiving, quality, and supply chain teams to meet customer requirements.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Knowledge of material handling, inventory control, and warehouse operations.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, RF scanners, and inventory management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, FIFO, Kanban, and warehouse optimization principles.
• Experience managing forklift fleets and powered industrial truck operations.
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and inventory accuracy programs.
• Knowledge of EDI, ASN processing, and customer-specific logistics requirements.
• Previous experience leading Kaizen events or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Forklift certification and hands‑on material handling experience.

Education:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing or logistics experience will be considered.

Travel:

• Minimal travel required (less than 5%).
• Occasional travel may be required for training, audits, benchmark visits, or support at other company locations.

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

• Respect:We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity:We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.