Material Center Manager
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc.
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: New Galilee • Pennsylvania • United States
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About the role
- Evaluate Material Center effectiveness in meeting delivery, accuracy, and throughput goals; take corrective action to resolve performance gaps.
- Manage all Material Center functions including subassembly, leak test, material transactions, and delivery of components to meet Production Schedule requirements and maximize labor and material efficiency.
- Lead daily activities of Material Center personnel with emphasis on positive employee relations.
- Recommend improvements to inventory methods, procedures, and accuracy initiatives to enhance productivity.
- Oversee location audits, cycle counts, FTZ operations, and annual physical inventories.
- Enforce safety procedures, conduct accident investigations, and integrate environmental, safety, and quality practices into daily operations.
- Provide training on product, process, safety, quality, and environmental guidelines for new hires.
- Ensure procedures are prepared, updated, and followed for all Material Center operations.
- Manage supply levels for tools, safety materials, packaging, cleaning supplies, and other shop necessities.
- Maintain facility cleanliness, organization, and equipment readiness.
- Conduct performance reviews with emphasis on attendance, quality, productivity, teamwork, and adherence to policies.
- Operate in accordance with shop wage programs, including testing and qualification of employees.
- Assist in preparing weekly/monthly reports, departmental budgets, staffing plans, and capital budget proposals.
- Facilitate and implement lean practices to improve flow, eliminate waste, and increase productivity.
- Initiate and manage projects focused on improving inventory accuracy, quality, productivity, and safety.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Business or Engineering
- Minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in a management role
- Strong logical and critical-thinking abilities with quantitative analysis skills
- Advanced interpersonal skills with emphasis on coaching, leadership, and positive employee relations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to lead diverse teams and manage multiple priorities
- Advanced knowledge of computer systems, including MS Office
- Strong proficiency with relational databases and MRP/ERP systems
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage : MEPPI covers 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums
- Retirement Plans : 401(k) with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off : Vacation eligibility after 90 days + 12 paid holidays
- Career Growth : Access to leadership development, training programs, and educational assistance
- Employee Perks : Profit sharing, 24/7 access to the fitness center, and participation in MEPPIs Wellness Program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
inventory managementlean practicesquantitative analysisperformance reviewsproject managementmaterial transactionssubassemblyleak testsafety proceduresaudits
Soft Skills
coachingleadershipemployee relationsverbal communicationwritten communicationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam leadershipcritical thinkinginterpersonal skills