Materials Supervisor

Materials Supervisor (Manufacturing – Lavonia)

Onsite | Lavonia, GA

Monday–Thursday (10-hour days)

Ross Controls is a global industrial manufacturer specializing in fluid power safety and automation solutions. Headquartered in Ferndale, Michigan, the company designs and produces pneumatic valves, control systems, and machine safety products used in industrial and manufacturing environments worldwide.

Founded in 1921, Ross Controls is recognized as a leader in pneumatic valve technology and safety systems, helping organizations improve operator safety, regulatory compliance, and equipment performance.

The company serves OEMs and industrial end-users across industries such as automotive, manufacturing, and energy, offering both standard products and customized engineering solutions.

With a strong global presence and distributor network, Ross Controls delivers innovative solutions that enable safer, more efficient automated operations.

About the Role

We’re looking for a hands-on, proactive Materials Supervisor to lead our planning, inventory, and material flow operations at our Lavonia facility.

This is a floor-connected leadership role —ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, takes initiative, and isn’t afraid to step in and solve problems in real time. You’ll oversee a team while ensuring materials move efficiently from purchase order through production and shipment.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee end-to-end material flow from purchasing through production and shipping
• Lead and develop a team across planning, inventory, and receiving functions
• Ensure uninterrupted material supply to support production schedules
• Monitor and balance inventory levels to avoid shortages and overproduction
• Oversee MRP, forecasting, and production planning activities
• Partner with Production to align schedules and capacity planning
• Support supplier management, issue resolution, and performance tracking
• Identify process improvement opportunities and eliminate inefficiencies
• Promote lean manufacturing practices (Kanban, pull systems, etc.)
• Step in to support team workload and maintain daily operations as needed

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves

• High School Diploma
• Experience in manufacturing supply chain, materials, or production planning
• Proven leadership or team lead experience
• Strong understanding of material flow, inventory control, and MRP
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative and work independently
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced plant environment

Preferred

• B.S. Degree (Materials, Supply chain or similar fields preferred)
• Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems (SAP, etc.)
• Forecasting and/or master scheduling experience
• Exposure to supplier negotiation or vendor management
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, reporting, dashboards)

What Makes You Successful

• You take initiative and don’t wait to be told what to do
• You’re comfortable stepping onto the shop floor and solving problems
• You understand how materials impact production and act with urgency
• You balance leadership with being hands-on when the team needs support
• You communicate clearly and confidently across all levels of the organization
• You’re organized, adaptable, and thrive under pressure

Facility & Travel

• Primary location: Lavonia, GA
• Exposure to additional company facilities within Michigan and Georgia
• Occasional travel to other sites or suppliers as needed

Why Join Us

• Established, stable company (100+ years in business) with a strong reputation
• Team-oriented culture with accessible leadership
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations and efficiency
• High-visibility role with ownership of material flow processes
• Four-day workweek (Monday–Thursday schedule)
• Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a motivated supply chain professional who enjoys leading teams, improving processes, and keeping production moving—we’d love to hear from you.