Production Control/Materials Manager, Huron

About the role

This position is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating programs and processes that ensure optimal inventory and material availability. The role oversees materials requirements, Kanban systems, and just-in-time deliveries, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and cost in all decisions. The team member must operate effectively within lean manufacturing principles. Importantly, this role is a member of the site leadership team, supporting and driving critical site initiatives, cross-functional alignment, and continuous improvement across operations.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage project plans for new material distribution systems.
• Lead departmental hiring, training, coaching, and development activities.
• Improve product quality and reduce cost by eliminating waste through analysis of production methods and material/people flow.
• Actively participate in manufacturing planning including product design considerations, resource allocation, plant layout, and quality topics.
• Review and analyze production plans, bills of material, and engineering change notices.
• Determine material types, quantities, specifications, and delivery requirements for all production and prototype needs.
• Provide technical training to materials team members (Excel, PFEP, TMS) and develop supporting documentation.
• Establish systems for forecasting part demand, maintaining Kanban, and developing Plan for Every Part (PFEP).
• Support product launches through cost analysis, sourcing evaluations, and make-versus-buy assessments.
• Design layouts for supermarkets and material presentation areas.
• Provide effective materials-flow solutions while maintaining project timelines (e.g., signaling, handling, replenishment systems).
• Manage supply chain information between engineering, process development, and suppliers.
• Cover data gathering and processing to support department production schedules.
• Aid production and materials teams in understanding replenishment procedures, documentation requirements, and lean materials philosophies.
• Maintain production, material usage, and inventory needs; coordinate with Buyers to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Support production departments by expediting information flow and resolving issues related to engineering changes, customer requests, deviations, backorders, and materials availability.
• Serve as an active site leadership team member, helping guide strategic priorities, cross-functional initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objectives of the role.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Preferred: In-depth knowledge of Kanban, inventory control, planning, and lean manufacturing methods
• Strong problem-solving skills to address material shortages, quality or delivery issues, and plant safety concerns
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to travel, including occasional overnights
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong industrial/manufacturing background
• Demonstrated success managing and developing technical teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong planning and time-management abilities
• Knowledge of SolidWorks and/or DraftSight (preferred)
• Advanced Excel proficiency
• Experience in material requirements planning within a job-shop or mixed-model environment
• Working knowledge of material management systems or similar software
• Ability to communicate complex issues and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively under tight timelines
• Strong attention to detail and ability to coordinate many activities at once
• Proficiency in advanced problem-solving methodologies
• Ability to manage work independently to meet project timelines

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $104k - $127k. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible for a performance bonus. All eligible Team Members will be offered health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.

Why join us

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Additional Information

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact. We are committed to recruiting, engaging, developing, and retaining team members at all levels of our global workforce. Our culture is defined by our Terex Way Values—Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship. Our values are the driving force behind our commitment to maintain an inclusive, supportive, non-discriminatory, and safe workplace for all team members. To that end, we are committed to actively fostering a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, including disabled veterans, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the recruiting department (person or department) at Globaltalentacquisitions@terex.com. The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.