Production Control - Materials Manager

Job Description:

Job Overview:

This position is responsible to plan, direct and coordinate programs and processes to ensure optimum inventory and material availability. It will also coordinate materials requirements, Kanban programs, and just-in-time deliveries. Considerations for safety, quality, delivery, and cost are required in all manufacturing decisions. The team member should be able to perform within principles of lean manufacturing and just-in-time delivery.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create and manage project plan for new material distribution systems
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing, employees in the department
• Improve product quality and reduce cost by eliminating waste through analysis of production methods, processes, and optimum utilization of material and people flow
• Actively participate in all systems manufacturing planning, including product design issues, resource allocation, plant layout and quality issues
• Reviews and analyzes production plans, bill of materials, and engineering change notices
• Determines types, quantities, specifications, proposed delivery of all materials, and supplies from suppliers and internally, that support the manufacture of products and prototypes
• Provide technical training to materials TM's. (Excel/PFEP/TMS) Create training documents for future use
• Setup system to determine future part demand and setup Kanban system and plan for every part (PFEP)
• Support product launch through cost analysis of part sourcing, make vs buy
• Design layout for supermarkets
• Provide effective system solutions while maintaining project timeliness. This may include material signaling, material handling solutions, etc.
• Manage supply chain information between engineering teams, process development teams, and suppliers
• Development of AGV systems
• Coordinates data gathering and processing of information to maintain and support the schedule of the assigned department. Reviews departmental scheduling documentation with Supervisors and Production Control verifying accuracy of information.
• Assists team members in production and material distribution with understanding the materials replenishment procedures and philosophy.Orients and demonstrates proper documentation and communications of production and materials related events.
• Continually monitors production and parts/materials/supplies usage. Coordinates with Buyers to secure adequate levels of inventory to meet departmental needs.
• Participates with others to continually improve production control and scheduling methods
• Supports the assigned department(s) by expediting information flow and resolving problems associated with maintaining pace, engineering change notices, customer requests, deviations, back orders, and materials
• Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of experience working in a Lean manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Kanban, inventory control and planning and lean manufacturing methods
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot material shortages, quality, delivery problems, and plant safety
• Analytical skills
• The ability to travel with some overnights
• The ability to multi-task
• Strong Industrial background
• Past success at managing a technical group and ability to teach, mentor, and coach team members
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent planning and time management skills
• Knowledge of SolidWorks and/or DraftSight
• Thorough knowledge of Excel
• Industrial experience with material requirements planning, inventory control and movement in a job shop type operation
• Working knowledge of material management software or similar material management software
• Effectively communicate complex issues to others and to work cooperatively with both internal and external customers
• Work well under compressed time constraints
• Able to evaluate, develop, and implement improvements quickly
• Pursue details and coordinate many activities simultaneously
• Ability to provide effective preventive/corrective actions through use of advanced problem solving skills
• Good at managing own time based on a project timeline
• Experience with Excel

The annual salary range for this position is $80,800 to $121,200.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Terex Overview:

At Terex,we fully embrace the increasingly diverse world around us and strive to create an empowering and welcoming workplace culture. We are a $4.0 billion publicly traded global manufacturer of materials processing and aerial work platform products and services. We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.

While our operations are global, each office or factory is a close-knit community. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, safety, integrity, respect, servant leadership, courage, citizenship, and continuous improvement. It's an exciting time to be part of the expanding manufacturing sector - come join us!

Additional Information:

We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Terex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.