The Materials Lead is responsible for supporting and directing the Materials team, assisting in assembling job materials, and supporting a high level of accuracy in material delivery and inventory data. This role plays a critical part in ensuring a seamless flow of parts and supplies to our core assembly areas.
Tornado is dedicated to innovation, competence, and efficiency, leading to high levels of product quality and customer satisfaction. We value a positive and constructive attitude toward work, emphasizing punctuality, regular attendance, teamwork, and respectful relations. Our employees adhere to established processes and procedures while contributing to continuous improvements within our framework.
Key Responsibilities
Department Coordination
- Provides direction, instruction, and assistance to Material Handlers, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in material handling tasks.
- Trains new personnel in material handling, data entry, and related skills.
- Assists the Supervisor with scheduling staff and organizing material movements.
- Ensures time entries for Material Handlers are correct.
- Serves as the single point of contact for movement of parts between Production and Parts & Service.
- Conducts cycle counts and participates in the inventory process.
- Attends monthly safety review meetings and implements any new processes or guidelines within the team.
- Coordinates with other department Leads to facilitate resource reallocation and ensure optimal staffing levels for production efficiency.
- Participates in morning toolbox meeting and assigns tasks to Material handlers
- Completes daily approval of hours in Epicor, and approves and maintains records for time off requests
Job Materials Assembly
- Picks and assembles materials/parts for specific job orders and delivers them to the assembly process.
- Issues materials to the appropriate job, labels large components, and ensures timely delivery to production.
- Returns surplus materials to the storage area to maintain inventory integrity.
Administrative Functions
- Records parts issued to jobs, material returns, and transfers to maintain accurate internal record-keeping for job-costing and inventory systems.
- Engages in special projects or initiatives as assigned by management.
Equipment Operation
- Operates equipment such as hand trucks, or other necessary tools to load, unload, transport, and store goods safely and efficiently.
Leadership
- Conducts orientation, training, and mentoring for new Material Handlers.
- Addresses underperforming team members, quality concerns, safety compliance, and workplace attitudes with support from Supervisor and Human Resources.
- Develops training and skill expansion plans for direct reports, promoting career growth and cross-functional capabilities.
- Demonstrates continuous learning in HR practices, leadership development, production updates, and communication strategies.
- Develops knowledge of production delivery methods, process improvement methodologies, project management systems, scheduling, manpower management, and cost control.
- Develops knowledge of various production equipment, techniques, material handling equipment, and manufacturers’ products.
- Upholds corporate values and standards, demonstrating professionalism and reinforcing a positive workplace culture in all interactions.
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma (Grade 12) required.
Experience
- 3-5 years previous experience in materials management within a warehouse or parts administration role.
- Previous experience with Epicor, or other ERP system is an asset.
- Strong knowledge of inventory control practices.
Competencies
- Strong initiative and commitment to high-quality work.
- Proficiency in MS Office software, Teams, and Epicor ERP system.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in administrative tasks.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and plan daily workload efficiently.
- Effective interpersonal, training and leadership skills.
- A commitment to workplace safety.
Join us in a role where your contributions will be valued and instrumental in steering Tornado to new heights. We are eager to welcome a professional who is ready to evolve with us, bringing in fresh perspectives and innovative solutions. We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workspace.
Pay: $24.56-$27.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
Experience:
- Materials Management: 3 years (required)
Location:
- Red Deer, AB T4P 3P7 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
