Materials Supervisor

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Materials Supervisor at our Lynnwood, WA location.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You’ll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day performance of the Material handlers' group and drives results through KPIs and the standardization of their work throughout Crane Aerospace & Electronics.

Essential Functions:
• Lead continuous improvement efforts with supporting organizations throughout the site including Buyers, Planners and Operations.
• Develop, establish and lead the Material Handling team, including raw Material and Finished Goods Stores being both mentor and coach to develop individual and team excellence
• Maintain and facilitate the accurate control and accountability of inventory
• Communicate with external and internal customers regarding problems associated with inventory receipt variances and address and resolve issues quickly. Serve as liaison to other functional areas in order to ensure the day-to-day problems and conflicts are resolved and that discrepancies are addressed
• Maintain a proactively trained and flexible team ensuring that material handler
team members have proper skills for their assignments and that they are highly responsive to the needs of internal and external customers
• Assist in continuous quality improvement. Evaluate and recommend changes in methods and procedures
• Plan, coordinate and manage the performance of physical inventories and/or cycle counting as required to meet fiscal reporting requirements
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Non-Essential Functions:
• At low volume sites, may also be responsible for other areas of the business as assigned by manager. Including, but not limited to Purchasing, Planning, Inventory Control and Warehouse.
• Coordinate with or lead Excess & Obsolete inventory data reporting, disposition, withdrawal and disposal processes with Procurement.
• Provide data, reports and analysis as required to support Supply Chain, Finance and Corporate requests for information relative to E&O, inventory categorization and controls.

Minimum Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum 5 years work experience, with 3+ years supervising or leading people, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge: Solid understanding of integrated production and inventory management techniques and processes, inventory control, and LEAN principles and methodologies.
Skills/Abilities: Extensive computer skills in Excel, Access and word processing applications, experience using an ERP system, preferably Oracle, excellent organizational and process development/optimization skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, strong communications skills – both verbal and written.
Education/Certification: BS 4-year degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field.

Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:
• APICS and/or ISM certifications

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Standing: 25% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Sitting: 75% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Mental/Visual: use of computer
• Workspace: assembly cell

You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.  We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.  FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

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Salary Range: 77,571 - 97,393 Annually USD

Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs. 

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.