Material Project Manager

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Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

 

 

The Material Project / Process Improvement Leader is responsible for driving transformational change through material and information flow within the factory.  This position is expected to lead efforts to compress cycle times, improve inventory turns, improve service and reduce waste in all Materials processes.  In addition, this position will regularly interface with suppliers, global procurement, operations, hourly plant personnel, engineering, finance, and plant leadership. This is the primary communication link between leadership teams and project teams; works with both project teams and leadership teams to deliver projects on schedule and on budget; identifies and updates risk profile and contingencies as well as developing options during the course of the project. 

Responsibilities:  

• Calculation of Kanban sizing based on material usage and replenishment times. 

• Determine best line side material delivery and storage methods in line with TAKT time. 

• Create / maintain delivery routes from warehouse to assy lines and measure route compliance times. 

• Calculate warehouse storage capacity needed by part family based on PFEP data. 

• Maintains PFEP and item master information based upon process improvements, current constraints, total current demand by product family, and priority information.  

• Assist in determining best storage locations such as at plant or at offsite warehouse based on usage / space while minimizing off site storage costs. 

• Determine best replenishment methods such as sequencing, kitting, kanban etc to best fit manufacturing needs.  

• Lead site Rapid Improvement Events that focus on Materials Management processes. 

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Collect data to problem solve process failures and work to find sustainable solutions. 

• Utilizes six-sigma and lean manufacturing tools to identify service, cash, and/or cost savings opportunities. 

• Assists the Materials team with new product introduction and team related project completion. 

• Develop, implement and drive adherence to standard work as set by the materials council across the functions. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

• Work closely with NPD leaders 

• Conduct inventory management routines in support of NPD and material planning. 

 

  

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or engineering preferred. 

• Experience with rate-based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing environments preferred. 

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, MRP and lean manufacturing processes required. 

• Experience with data analytics tools preferred - Alteryx, Tableau. 

• Experience with visual management systems required. 

• Knowledge of personal computer applications required (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, etc.). 

• Working knowledge of Oracle. 

• Six sigma Green/Black Belt certification preferred. 

• PMP certification preferred. 

• APICS certification preferred. 

• 3+ years of project management and/or manufacturing experience. 

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$90,900.00 - $164,675.00

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes  up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.