Section Manager-Materials 31

PACCAR Engine Company

Columbus (MS)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP services

Paid time off

Job summary

PACCAR Engine Company is seeking a Materials Section Manager to lead lean manufacturing initiatives and drive efficiency across the supply chain. The role includes overseeing a team of 5–10 direct reports and up to 15 indirect reports, driving data-driven improvements and ensuring safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing, with SAP expertise and knowledge of Six-Sigma and continuous improvement concepts.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
3-5 years of supervisory experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
At least three years of SAP experience.
Knowledge of Six-Sigma, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement concepts.
Working knowledge of Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing, and Inventory Control.
Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to work flexible schedules and adapt to changing priorities.
Self-motivated, organized, and able to work with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

Creates, executes, analyzes and monitors Supply Chain reports.
Maintains system data and transactions to support processes.
Manages documentation processes and ensures content accuracy.
Oversees perpetual inventory control, accuracy and reporting.
Collaborates with other departments to exchange information.
Drives results through analytics, lean processes, and KPI data.
Creates documentation for standard operations using Six Sigma tools.
Manages and supports special projects as needed.
Develops teams and individual skillsets.
Promotes PACCAR Safety Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Six-Sigma

Kaizen

Continuous Improvement

Lean Manufacturing

Data analytics

Team leadership

Adaptability

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Information

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR.

Requisition Summary

The role of Materials Section Manager is to drive for results through Lean Manufacturing principles including the application of Six Sigma tools and managing projects within their team. Process improvements are required in the following areas, but not limited to: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Costs, Environmental and the Morale of the team. The scope of responsibility includes 5-10 Direct Reports and up to 15 non-direct reports.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Creates, executes, analyzes and monitors Supply Chain reports for customer data, supplier data, internal processing data, and other reports as required by the business.
Maintains and monitors system data and transactions to support internal and external processes.
Manages and sometimes executes documentation processes including but not limited to obtaining, compiling, maintaining and issuing necessary records, reports, and data or lists, ensuring accuracy of content and correct distribution.
Oversees all processes related to perpetual inventory control, accuracy and reporting.
Collaborates with other departments, divisions, or applicants to exchange information as necessary.
Drives results through analytics, lean processes, and data-driven metrics and KPIs.
Creates and maintains documentation for standard operations using Six Sigma tools.
Manages and supports special projects as needed.
Supports and develops teams and individual’s skillsets.
Promotes and adheres to all PACCAR Safety Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree preferred.
3-5 years of supervisory experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
At least three (3) years of SAP experience required.
Demonstrated Knowledge of Six-Sigma, Kaizen, and/or Continuous Improvement Concepts required.
Working knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehousing, and Inventory Control.
Ability to work flexible work schedule.
Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and evaluate complex situations to recommend sound action plans.
Must be self-motivated, well organized, flexible, and able to handle the pressure of a high-volume operation.
Must be able to operate independently and with little guidance.

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from the time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Paid short-and long-term disability programs.
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
Comprehensive paid time off- minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.

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