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Lear Corporation is the leading Tier 1 automotive supplier serving all of the world's major automotive manufacturers with our world-class automotive seating and automotive electrical products. Our products are developed and produced by a diverse, talented team of more than 165,000 people. With operations in 39 countries, Lear operates in every major automotive manufacturing region in the world. For our globally positioned and successful teams, we are looking for dedicated talents with zest for action and enthusiasm. If you love challenges, want to experience development opportunities unrestrained, and want recognition that pays off, then you've come to the right place with Lear.

MATERIALS FLOOR COACH

FLINT, MI - PLANT

The Materials Supervisor is first line support leadership assisting the self-directed work teams on the production floor. Incumbents in this position provide support of all materials functions by assisting plant employees in daily assignments, tasks, training, and work schedules to meet day to day expectations within a JIT automotive plant.

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Review all hi-lo checklist (get repair as needed).
• Counts parts and validates on hand inventory when needed.
• Ensure material drivers unload trucks on a timely basis.
• Advise team leader on keeping part labels up to date on racks/bins.
• Coordinate with suppliers and carriers with scheduling and movement of production materials.
• Tracks inbound freight with carriers and vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Verification and posting of inbound material through ASN procedures.
• Verifies outbound trailers for product left on trailer.
• Complete daily housekeeping walks and address any non-conformances timely.
• Reports all departmental deficiencies to Assistant Material Manager/Superintendent.
• Completes Material Supervisor checklist daily.
• Keep hourly employee files up to date with contacts, disciplines, etc.
• Assist team leader with completing all paperwork for truck drivers.
• Communicate shortages and safety stock needed to supply base.
• Complete any actions required from Health & Safety meeting.
• Train all material personnel on forklift operations.
• Assist all material personnel with any issues.
• Ensure all parts are stored in correct locations according to PFEP/WMS setup.
• Ensure team leaders are always completed required tasks.
• Verify receiving and shipping logs are up to date.
• Check in inbound trailers against supplier shipper for accuracy.
• Assist in other material operations as needed to cover vacations.
• Participate in at least one kaizen even through the year through completion.
• Participate in continuous improvement suggestions and follow through to completion.
• Assist with preparation of loading and shipping documents through completion.
• Locates all HOT seats and ensure timely availability by coordinating efforts between production process, material, and quality reviews.
• Always keep finished goods inbound and outbound running.
• Maintain constant material flow within plant from sub assembly modules to JIT lines for builds.
• Maintain communication with customer plant – Material Department as needed.
• Ensures all quality sort material has been sent to quality and inventory has been moved in the WMS system.

Your Qualifications:

• Prior automotive and/or manufacturing experience
• Prior experience leading a team in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective distribution of goods
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination

Bonus If You Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
• Prior JIT experience in a Materials related role
• Prior experience working in a seating assembly manufacturing environment

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.