Materials Team Lead - 2nd Shift, Lean & Inventory

Steelcase; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelcase is seeking a Materials Supervisor on the Plant Floor for the 2nd shift to lead the materials team and ensure safe, efficient operations. You will drive lean processes, oversee inventory accuracy, and collaborate across departments to meet production goals.

The role requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent and 2+ years of supervisory experience, with a focus on materials management and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience (3+ years in manufacturing ops)
• 2+ years supervising a team
• 2+ years ERP experience (SAP preferred)
• Emotional stability to handle high-stress environments
• Able to work 2nd shift (2pm to 12am)

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing materials teams to ensure safety and efficiency in the manufacturing plant
• Optimizing processes and applying lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste
• Tracking large materials inventories and ensuring accuracy across systems
• Collaborating with other departments to drive continuous improvement
• Managing cost and inventory controls to support operational goals
• Empowering team members to perform at their best in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelors degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Steelcase is seeking a Materials Supervisor on the Plant Floor for the 2nd shift to lead the materials team and ensure safe, efficient operations. You will drive lean processes, oversee inventory accuracy, and collaborate across departments to meet production goals.

The role requires a Bachelors degree or equivalent and 2+ years of supervisory experience, with a focus on materials management and ERP systems.