Material Lead - Excellerate

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This position is responsible for all material related processes associated with moving materials efficiently to the production floor from staging or storage and then moving finished goods out of the production area. The individual must be able to communicate with several different functions within the facility and also possess strong organization skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. This position will lead quality, delivery, productivity and simplification activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: 1-2 years inventory management, or material handling experience.

Travel: 0-10% based on company need

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 6 am and 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Overtime may be required. Ability to work a flexible schedule is necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership:

• Lead, schedule, and support a team of material handlers, ensuring daily tasks are executed safely and efficiently.
• Provide hands-on guidance and coaching to ensure adherence to material handling procedures and performance expectations.
• Monitor team productivity and support employee development through training and feedback.

Material Operations Oversight:

• Coordinate the movement and staging of materials to support production schedules and maintain proper inventory levels.
• Ensure accuracy in material transactions, including receiving, put-away, replenishment, and kitting activities.
• Resolve material flow or inventory discrepancies in real-time to minimize production disruption.

Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Collaborate with production, planning, logistics, and quality teams to support operational goals and ensure material readiness.
• Communicate material status updates and issues clearly and promptly to stakeholders.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to streamline material handling processes and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Participate in lean and continuous improvement initiatives within the materials department.

Compliance and Safety:

• Enforce safety procedures and regulatory compliance within material handling areas.
• Conduct equipment and process audits; assist in implementing corrective actions where needed.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of material movement and team performance metrics.
• Support root cause analysis and reporting on material-related issues and delays.

General Responsibilities:

• Assist in the onboarding and training of new materials team members.
• Perform other related duties as required in support of team and business needs.

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

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If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

FTI is a “merit to the core” organization. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package.

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We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI, apply today!

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