We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Materials Manager is responsible for material flow from receiving/inspection to line side presentation for production including end-of-line pick, pack and ship. This position is responsible for driving significant continuous improvement initiatives in material handling, inventory accuracy, cycle counting and timely transactional reporting.  This role is also responsible for ongoing improvements in delivery performance (internal and external), cycle count progress, cycle count accuracy, uninterrupted material movement for production lines and efficient use of labor resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or equivalent experience

5 years of progressive Operations management experience in similar work environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Experience in international logistics

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Daily Operations

Work with material handling team to ensure material flow from incoming receiving/inspection to line side presentation for production including end-of-line pick, pack & ship (incoming receiving/inspection, offsite raw warehousing storage & control) is ready for production.

Oversee inventory management and control, accuracy, and established inventory guidelines and procedures.

Ensures efficient and accurate materials presentation to support production operations.

Oversee process execution for excess and obsolete materials.

Manage and optimize daily warehousing operations including staging, cycle count, receiving, storage of materials, shipping of finished goods and in-direct materials.

Business Partnerships

Mentor and guide project team members to deliver on the project/program requirements.

Act as liaison or support collaborations with customers and suppliers on a day-to-day basis to resolve any product/program manufacturing quality issues.

Actively lead or participate in Failure Mode Effect Analysis teams.

Plan and lead refresher activities and forums for continual learning.

Communication

Demonstrate personal flexibility in approach and ideas and respond positively and support changes in procedures, process, technology, responsibility and assignments.

Accountable for defining resource needs and works within budget and staffing parameters to accomplish objectives for area of responsibility.

Supervise material handling team, including forklift drivers and material supervisors.  Interview, hire, train, coach and develop direct reports. 

Act as SAP Super user within functional area as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrated understanding and application of lean manufacturing principles;

Effective verbal and written communication skills;

Ability to collaborate with multiple sites

Ability to operate in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments;

Successfully manage shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment;

Solid quantitative skill set and the ability to analyze, think and communicate with well-supported data;

Demonstrated understanding of financial measurements and goals

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis skills;

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”