Materials Supervisor

Materials Supervisor

Wausaukee, WI

Full-Time and On-Site

Carfair Composites is a leader in fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, operating in five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, MB; St. Cloud, MN; Anniston, AL; Wausaukee, WI; and Gillett, WI. As a comprehensive manufacturer of engineered composite products, Carfair Composites supplies quality fiberglass components to original equipment manufacturers in the agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, commercial, food processing, and medical industries.

Position Summary: The Materials Supervisor provides leadership and direction for the planning and materials teams, ensuring efficient flow of materials and inventory to meet production schedules and customer requirements. This role supports corporate strategies and objectives while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.

Materials Supervisor

Wausaukee, WI

Full-Time and On-Site

Carfair Composites is a leader in fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, operating in five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, MB; St. Cloud, MN; Anniston, AL; Wausaukee, WI; and Gillett, WI. As a comprehensive manufacturer of engineered composite products, Carfair Composites supplies quality fiberglass components to original equipment manufacturers in the agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, commercial, food processing, and medical industries.

Position Summary: The Materials Supervisor provides leadership and direction for the planning and materials teams, ensuring efficient flow of materials and inventory to meet production schedules and customer requirements. This role supports corporate strategies and objectives while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and a culture of safety, teamwork, and accountability.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Materials team to achieve departmental goals and ensure high performance.
• Maintain compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations and company policies.
• Foster a respectful, professional work environment focused on employee engagement and development.
• Oversee material flow from inbound receiving through outbound finished goods.
• Manage inventory accuracy through cycle counting, FIFO controls, and variance analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Purchasing, Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to meet business objectives.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives within materials management.
• Lead initiatives to reduce obsolete inventory and ensure accurate data in ERP systems.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce ISO procedures, work instructions, and departmental standards.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• APICS/SCMA certification (or equivalent), combined with experience in logistics, supply chain, or industrial supervision.
• Minimum 3 years of materials supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and implement process improvements.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment as required.
• Comfortable working within a manufacturing setting that involves walking, standing, lifting, and other physical activities.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world's electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values-safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability-are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today's urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, andcarfaircomposites.com.

Carfair Composites is committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team members. We ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit and comply with applicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates' request.