Materials Manager

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Step into the future of manufacturing excellence at UGN Monroe in Ohio! Officially opened in September 2015 as a 232,500 square foot facility, this cutting-edge operation is a powerhouse of innovation and quality. With approximately 400 dedicated Team Members, the Monroe plant specializes in delivering top-tier acoustic insulation, carpet, and underfloor technologies to companies such as Honda, Toyota, and Subaru.

In 2018, UGN invested $50 million in the facility’s growth, adding 150,000 square feet (65%) to plant capacity. This investment further solidifies UGN Monroe’s reputation as a trusted Tier One partner in the automotive industry.

UGN Monroe: where innovation, service, and success drive us forward.

The Materials Manager manages the timely flow of materials through the facility, including directing purchasing, receiving, shipping, warehousing, scheduling, and inventory control functions for the plant. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage supervisors who supervise team members in scheduling, planning, procurement, shipping, receiving, and data entry personnel in the Materials Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the team.


• Direct the maintenance of a perpetual inventory of raw materials, components, and finished goods stored in the UGN facility.


• Direct scheduling of machines and work stations to maximize the productivity of personnel and machines.


• Periodically/weekly, compare future production requirements against available capacity and recommend action to be taken, if required.


• Ensure that all goods and services are purchased in accordance with company purchasing procedures and policies.


• Monitor and control the fiscal expense budget of the Materials Department.


• Assume a leadership role in the "TPS" and "TPM" programs.


• Design and support all programs related to the goals of cash management and inventory reduction.


• Prepare monthly reports and QOS data.


• Ensure FIFO is performed on all finished goods, raw materials, and purchased components.


• Maintain warehouse equipment (i.e., forklifts, racks, docks, and dock doors).


• Act as primary liaison between UGN and customers.


• Ensure timeliness and accuracy in all aspects of shipping and EDI.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S. or B. A.) from an accredited four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 5 + plus years related experience and/or training, including supervisory experience. 


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications--Word, Excel, Access, Microsoft Outlook, Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing software, and personal computer skills, especially electronic ordering systems.


• Experience with EDI, MRP, MDS, and ERP systems (Oracle).


• Strong leadership skills with excellent communication and organizational skills are required.


• Ability to build relationships with the UGN corporate headquarters as well as with Materials Managers at other UGN facilities.


• Manufacturing industry experience required.  Automotive industry experience is a plus.


• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (5S, six sigma, Kaizen, continuous improvement, TPM, TPS)

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included, and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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