What are the responsibilities and job description for the TUL- MRO Lead position at Martinrea International Inc.?
Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of highly engineered, value-added Lightweight Structure and Propulsion Systems. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.
Job Summary
The MRO Centre Lead is responsible for the oversight, control, and coordination of all nonproduction inventory, including spare parts, tools, consumables, and maintenance related supplies. This position ensures the timely availability, accuracy, and proper management of materials required to support equipment maintenance, facility operations, and overall manufacturing reliability. The role requires strong organizational capability, adherence to established procedures, and effective communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers. production inventory, including spare parts, tools, consumables, and maintenance related supplies. This position ensures the timely availability, accuracy, and proper management of materials required to support equipment maintenance, facility operations, and overall manufacturing reliability. The role requires strong organizational capability, adherence to established procedures, and effective communication with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Required Education & Experience • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- One to three years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, or
MRO related roles
Essential Functions/Competency Level
- Core Competencies and Skills
o Demonstrated knowledge of MRO inventory management, maintenance operations, and tooling requirements
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
o Experience with ERP systems; CMS experience preferred
o Strong numerical accuracy, data entry proficiency, and analytical capability
o High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational discipline
o Ability to coordinate activities and communicate effectively across multiple shifts
- Inventory Management
o Maintain accurate and up to date inventory records within the ERP system to date inventory records within the ERP system
o Analyze consumption patterns and recommend adjustments to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess stock
o Receive, store, classify, and organize MRO materials in accordance with established procedures
o Utilize MRP tools to replenish inventory to defined target levels
o Conduct routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies in a timely manner
o Lead supplier walkthroughs and MRO Centre assessments to identify opportunities for consolidation, substitution, or cost reduction
o Escalate material shortages or critical issues to the SCO Manager as required
o Manage repairable items, including requisitioning, shipment coordination, and restocking upon return
o Serve as the primary point of contact for the Share the Spares initiative to maximize internal resource utilization
- Material Handling
o Issue parts, tools, and consumables to authorized personnel in accordance with established protocols
o Safely operate pallet jacks and other approved material handling equipment handling equipment
o Ensure all items are properly labeled, stored, and shelved to maintain traceability and accessibility
- MRO Centre Organization
o Maintain a clean, orderly, and safety compliant MRO Centre environment compliant MRO Centre environment
o Reorganize stock locations as necessary to improve efficiency and space utilization
o Dispose of obsolete, expired, or damaged materials in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements
- Customer and Operational Support
o Serve as the primary internal contact for part and supply requests
o Respond promptly to urgent or breakdown related material needs related material needs
o Assist in identifying substitute materials or locating unavailable items
o Collaborate with department leaders to ensure inventory readiness for planned maintenance, shutdowns, and new equipment installations
o Coordinate activities and task assignments for MRO Centre Associates on alternate shifts
- Documentation and Reporting
o Record all inventory transactions, including receipts, issues, returns, and adjustments
o Prepare and distribute reports on inventory levels, usage trends, and replenishment requirements
o Support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and documentation requests
o Meet established KPI expectations related to accuracy, timeliness, and operational performance
Work Environment Both office setting and production environment
Physical Demands Ability to physically complete the job duties
Ability to remain on feet for extended periods
Overtime and shift change as required.
Health & Safety Must work in accordance with H&S regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures Must use or wear PPE and certain clothing as required by the Company
Company Policies Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Systems, HR policies and Martinrea Employee Handbook
Other Duties Other duties as required.
Training Needs New Hire Onboarding. Further training evaluation to be made at the next performance review cycle.
Disclaimer (US Only) This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. The Company may exercise its employment at will right at any time
Disclaimer (Canada Only) This job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice
AODA Requirements (Canada Only) Company has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations to employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact your HR representative. This ensures that the appropriate accommodations are in place before you begin your employment