Materials Team Leader

Lantech; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability

Competitive pay

Quarterly profitability bonus

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO and holidays

Casual dress code

Job summary

Lantech, a global leader in stretch wrapping technology, seeks a Materials Team Lead to oversee inventory accuracy and material handling on the RESP line. You will lead up to two associates, ensure timely ECN processing, and maintain Kanban for efficient operations.

Requirements include attention to detail, strong communication, problem-solving, and forklift certification with ability to lift up to 50 lbs. This is a on-site role in Louisville, KY with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication.
• Problem-solving and self-direction with focus on completing work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and forklift certified.
• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead up to two associates on inventory accuracy and material handling on the RESP line.
• Expedite ECNs to maintain shipment schedule and inventory.
• Maintain the Kanban system and stock DT&S items.
• Research part shortages and perform root-cause analysis.
• Provide training and coverage for Material Presenters.
• Keep the RESP materials area highly organized.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Vocational or trade training

Job description

$21.50/hr

Who We Are

Lantech is the global leader in stretch wrapping technology—and the original inventor of the rotary stretch wrapper. We’ve spent decades redefining material handling and packaging solutions with cutting‑edge technology and world‑class performance. Today, Lantech equipment is used worldwide, supported by multilingual technical teams and a culture of continuous improvement.

Why You Matter

As a Materials Team Lead, you play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing operations run smoothly by keeping materials flowing efficiently throughout the facility. Your leadership ensures the right parts are in the right place at the right time, directly impacting production efficiency, inventory accuracy, and overall operational performance.

What You’ll Do

Leadership of up to two associates focused on various tasks related to inventory accuracy and general material handling functions. Primary responsibility will be towards the RESP production line. Required to process ECN’s expeditiously to maintain shipment schedule and inventory. Maintain the Kanban system. D.T.S. machines/orders into stock. Research part shortages as they relate to bills of materials to determine point of cause. Perform problem solving of all part shortages. Perform stock verifications and perform problem solving to determine discrepancies. Work with Factory Leader on obsolete items and slow‑moving parts in inventory. Provide training/support to the Material Presenters. Fill‑in for Material Presenters during vacation/absences. Perfect candidate must be able to multi task, prioritize and work in a fast‑paced environment. Responsible for maintaining a highly organized environment of the RESP materials area. This position is a working TL position.

What We’re Looking For

• Candidate must be detailed oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess good problem‑solving skills
• Must be self‑directed focused on work completion
• Ability to work overtime as needed for customer fulfillment
• Must have demonstrated the ability to train new associates
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be forklift certified

Desired Experience

• Strongly prefer candidates that have worked as a Material Presenter II or in related field for at least 1 year
• Have experience with material presentation as it relates to one piece flow production

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Additional vocational or trade school training is a plus

What we offer:

• Job Stability: A growing, essential manufacturing business with long‑term career opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Quarterly Profitability Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid life insurance, short‑and long‑term disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid vacation, and 8 paid holidays per year
• Casual Dress Code

Come stretch your career with Lantech—where innovation meets opportunity