MT02 - Supervisor, Materials

Challenge Mfg. Company LLC; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401k Match

ESOP shares

Tuition reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Incentive Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a 2nd shift Supervisor, Materials to lead warehousing and inventory control at our Northlake, TX plant. You will supervise hourly staff, ensure accurate records of inbound/outbound shipments, and support Lean initiatives.

You’ll partner with production, quality and maintenance to optimize material flow, perform cycle counts and physical inventories, and prepare composite reports for leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in materials, logistics, warehousing, or supply chain in manufacturing.
• Experience leading hourly teams and driving accuracy in inventory.
• Strong understanding of shipping, receiving, and warehouse processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of workers in verification and record-keeping of shipments.
• Understand and communicate quality policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Conduct physical inventories and cycle counts; prepare reports from subordinates' data.
• Coordinate with customers on returnable container management; support training and development.

Skills

Inventory management

Leadership

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

ERP/MRP experience

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Cycle counts

Physical inventories

Shipping/Receiving awareness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business or related field

Job description

## MT02 - Supervisor, MaterialsApply: Northlake, TX: Full time: Posted Today: R1398**Who We Are:** Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is *#QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!* **Who We Want:**Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in verifying and keeping records on incoming and outgoing shipments. **What You’ll Do:*** Understand and explain company’s quality policy* Understand and explain all relevant quality policies, procedures, and work instructions.* Participate in preventative actions where appropriate. Conduct corrective actions and preform problem solving analysis and reporting as required.* Participate in needs analysis and attend and preform the requirements of scheduled training and educational programs.* Conduct physical inventories of all product and operations as required.* Works with customers on returnable containers maintenance.* Prepares composite reports from individual reports of subordinates. **When and Where:**This will be a **2nd Shift / 4:00PM-2:30AM** **M-Thur** position located at our **Plant in Northlake, Texas**. Occasionally, this may require you to arrive early, stay late, or work on weekends, outside of our regular hours, to ensure we successfully meet customer needs, deadlines, or urgent requests. **What You Need to Have:*** High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred.* Minimum of 3 years of experience in materials, logistics, warehousing, inventory control, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.* Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including directing and developing hourly team members.* Strong understanding of inventory management principles, production scheduling support, material flow, shipping and receiving operations, and warehouse management processes.* Experience working within an automotive manufacturing environment preferred.* Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and inventory tracking software.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.* Ability to analyze inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.* Knowledge of customer shipping requirements, returnable container management, and inventory reconciliation processes.* Experience conducting cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory audits.* Ability to communicate effectively with production, quality, maintenance, engineering, suppliers, and customers.* Demonstrated problem-solving, decision-making, and continuous improvement skills.* Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and inventory optimization techniques preferred.* Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.* Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally and work in a manufacturing plant environment.* Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends, as business needs require.### Who We AreChallenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success!Challenge is ***#QualityDriven** and **#PeoplePowered!***### What We OfferWe’re excited to offer a range of awesome benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, company-paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life and Long-Term Disability options, an Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, a Referral Bonus Program, Challenge Incentive Program, and paid time off.Please note, while these benefits are part of what we offer, they may not all apply to this specific role. The details shared in this job description are intended to give you a general idea, but duties and responsibilities may evolve over time, with or without notice. And of course, we’re happy to provide reasonable accommodations to help individuals with disabilities succeed in their role.