MATERIALS TEAM LEAD

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Materials Team Lead is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily activities related to precast concrete materials, including receiving, inventory, quality control, material preparation, and distribution to production teams. This role leads a team of material handlers and works closely with production, quality, maintenance, and safety personnel to ensure materials are available on time and meet project and company requirements.

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SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

WHAT WE OFFER
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Oversee maintenance and condition of company facilities, including office, maintenance, quality buildings, and yard areas.
• Manage receiving, storage, and staging of materials to support production and field operations.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy, documentation, condition, and proper identification.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure timely system entry in Oracle.
• Monitor stock levels and reorder materials to meet operational demands.
• Coordinate material needs and schedules with Production, Field Operations, and Engineering teams.
• Source vendors, negotiate pricing and terms, and issue purchase orders.
• Evaluate supplier performance, pricing, and quality to optimize procurement decisions.
• Review purchasing requests and perform cost analysis to support efficient sourcing.
• Approve invoices within authority limits and maintain accurate purchasing records.
• Operate forklifts as needed for material handling and storage.
• Support shipping activities, vendor communications, and additional duties as required.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and strategic professional with experience in purchasing, inventory management, and facility oversight. They excel at building vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring materials are available to support operational success. This individual is proactive, organized , and adaptable , with a strong focus on efficiency, cost control , and continuous improvement .

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of five years of purchasing or materials management experience required.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, procurement processes, and supply chain operations.
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems, or ability to learn quickly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments and with vendors.
• Familiarity with receiving and shipping documentation and procedures.
• Forklift operation experience or willingness to obtain certification.
• Knowledge of production processes and field operations preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional visits to active plant and field locations are required based on operational needs.
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required while in the plant and field.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and navigate active plant and field environments as needed.
• Must be able to climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, and safely move through industrial work areas.
• May be exposed to moving equipment, machinery, and other standard industrial hazards.
• May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, as well as noise, dust, and vibration.

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.