Powell's Southeast Houston manufacturing facility is seeking a Materials Management Supervisor. The supervisor will manage, direct, and lead the hourly employees to meet the specific goals established for their area that corresponds to the overall company objectives. The goals will be achieved by focusing on process, quality, costs and safety metrics. Supervise and coordinate the work for manufacturing & Inventory Control departments while focusing in on continuous improvement.

Essential Responsibilities

Ensure employees have the proper training, skills, and tools to work safety. Create and sustain a safe work environment. Maintain compliance with industrial workplace safety and health regulations. Identify improvement opportunities for safety, and either lead or recommend corrective action. Manage the employee safety program on an ongoing basis. Manage and maintain Powell inventory accuracy & cycle count requirements. Complete root cause investigation & corrective action to inventory discrepancies. Manage excess and obsolete material investigation, corrective action & disposition aligned with Powell policy. Ensure employees have the proper training, skills, and tools to perform work which follows the documented Powell inventory & cycle counting procedures. Prepare workforce for ongoing Quality & Finance Audits. Implement process improvements designed to improve inventory control metrics, with assistance from Manufacturing. Maintain quality document file system for internal & external audit requests. In cooperation with production control, manage assets and people effectively to achieve established objectives. Meet or exceed financial objectives such as overtime allowance and variable department expenses. Effectively manage employee payroll system for each department. Ensure Powell fixed assets, such as building and equipment, are properly utilized and maintained. Develop and deliver effective communications with direct reports, teams, other functions, departments, and other internal and external contacts, as required. Lead and conduct effective meetings. Administer Powell policy and procedures consistently. Maintain accurate training records. Develop individuals and work teams such that they can operate effectively with minimal supervision. Create an environment where employees can grow and develop into greater levels of contribution. Develop and administer performance evaluations. Effectively manage performance. Act as a change agent; Lead and influence employees at all levels in and through the change process.

Minimum Qualifications

AA or BS degree plus 3 years of experience/or a minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience 5 years of experience in a leadership role with responsibility of a small team of direct or indirect reports within a manufacturing environment. 5 years of experience with ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong time management skills. Strong analytical skills. Ability to solve problems in a fast-paced environment. Good oral and written communication skills. Good organization skills Must be responsible and dependable. Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work effectively in a matrix environment, collaborating with peers and associates. Demonstrated ability to effectively work in teams and manage team activities. Must have demonstrated excellent leadership skills. Applied knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPS, or other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and Environmental regulations and employment laws.

Working & Environmental Conditions

The employee typically performs duties in a normal office environment. There may be some work in a manufacturing environment and exposure to the elements of our factory.  Additionally, there may be some work performed in the field with exposure to construction sites or active customer facilities. It is the policy of Powell Industries to promote safe working conditions for ALL employees, to make available where necessary special equipment to protect employees against specific hazards, to reduce accidents through prevention programs, and to establish rules that are designed for the safety of all. It is the responsibility of each employee to adhere to this policy, as well as to observe all safety practices and exercise every precaution for the safety of accidents. This position is expected to travel approximately 5-10% of the time and must be able to travel with short notice and/or for extended periods.

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