Manufacturing Materials & Inventory Supervisor

Schedule: Full-time 1st Shift MondayThursday 5:00 AM3:00 PM Occasional overtime/weekends

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Kitting Group Leader to supervise shop-floor materials flow and lead a team of hourly employees in a unionized manufacturing environment . This role ensures production lines are continuously supplied inventory is accurately managed and daily kitting and distribution activities support production schedules without disruption.

You will serve as the on-shift leader for your area coordinating between production warehouse and supply chain teams to maintain smooth and efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership (Union Environment)

• Supervise hourly material handlers and kitting staff in a unionized environment
• Manage scheduling attendance timekeeping and vacation approvals
• Provide training coaching and performance management
• Ensure compliance with union agreements and work collaboratively with union representatives
• Address workforce issues staffing needs and employee concerns professionally

Shop-Floor Materials & Production Support

• Oversee daily kitting materials distribution and inventory control activities
• Ensure production lines are fully supplied with required materials
• Coordinate material flow between production warehouse and purchasing teams
• Support multi-area operations and ensure proper routing of materials and finished goods

Inventory Management

• Conduct cycle counts and inventory audits
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment with warehouse teams
• Ensure materials align with production schedules and demand requirements
• Maintain inventory accuracy and reduce shortages delays or excess stock

Problem Solving & Operational Support

• Resolve supply chain issues including shortages delays damage or discrepancies
• Prevent production disruptions through proactive coordination
• Monitor team and operational performance against production goals

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Identify and implement improvements in kitting and materials flow efficiency
• Reduce waste and improve operational productivity
• Generate reports on inventory levels delivery performance and staffing coverage
• Maintain accurate records for attendance labor tracking and compliance

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and required training completion
• Support compliance with company policies and union agreements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 23 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing warehouse logistics or distribution
• Direct experience managing hourly employees in a unionized environment
• Hands-on experience with shop-floor materials flow kitting or inventory operations
• Experience with scheduling time & attendance and performance management systems
• Strong communication leadership and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or certification in Supply Chain Logistics or related field
• Experience in kitting/fulfillment inventory auditing or multi-site coordination
• Background in large-scale manufacturing or distribution operations
• Proven experience driving process improvements or operational efficiency initiatives

Additional Information

• Location: Ripon WI 54971 (commute within 3045 minutes preferred: Fond du Lac Waupun Oshkosh areas)
• No relocation assistance available
• Must be available for 1st shift schedule (5:00 AM start)