Polaris

Polaris

Material Flow Supervisor

Huntsville, AL, USA

No sponsorshipDetected 14 days ago
AgileOperations ManagementSupply ChainERPHRLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringLean ManufacturingWarehouse Management System

About the role

  • This role includes ownership of material flow strategy, engineering change coordination, and execution for both sustaining operations and major projects, including large-scale production line transformations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of material flow engineers, technologists, and process technicians, including setting priorities, providing coaching, and supporting professional development.
  • Design and implement material flow strategies, including delivery routes, point-of-use presentation, replenishment methods, and line-side layouts aligned with lean manufacturing principles.
  • Lead engineering change coordination and implementation, including tracking changes, managing effective dates, and ensuring accurate execution across operations.
  • Drive packaging and material handling improvements in collaboration with vendors, packaging engineering, and manufacturing engineering to improve efficiency, ergonomics, and cost.
  • Lead material flow planning and execution for major projects, including production line consolidations, defining delivery routes, delivery frequencies, material staging points, and cart or container designs.
  • Lead and participate in kaizen events, identifying root causes, implementing countermeasures, and sustaining improvements through visual management and performance tracking.
  • Support new product introductions by leading material flow readiness and coordinating cross-functional activities.
  • Utilize tools such as ERP systems, process mapping software, and Microsoft 365 applications to analyze, document, and improve material flow processes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant material flow, manufacturing, or supply chain experience required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading and developing salaried employees in a manufacturing or operations environment required.
  • Proficiency with ERP systems (including AS400 or similar), Microsoft 365 applications, and process mapping tools such as Visio.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
  • To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.
  • Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories.
  • Strong experience designing and improving material flow processes, including implementation of lean manufacturing principles.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive process improvements.
  • This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
  • We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
  • At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
  • About Polaris
  • As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles

Nice to have

  • Experience supporting large-scale operational or production line transformation projects preferred.

Compensation

  • Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.

Company info

  • At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation.
  • We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment.
  • Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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