Lead Materials Specialist
Core
Ensure efficient material flow, optimized inventory levels, and on-time delivery for cabs manufacturing operations.
Role type
Lead Materials Specialist (Scheduling & Inventory)
Builds
Production schedules, material plans, and inventory accuracy for locomotive manufacturing.
Domain
Manufacturing (Locomotive/Cabs) + Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> production planning & inventory control
Required skills
MRP systems, production scheduling, inventory management, data analysis, Microsoft Excel/Access, manufacturing processes knowledge
Preferred skills
Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, production control systems
Responsibilities
Oversee production scheduling and material planning; manage material requirements for modernization and new build programs; lead material presentations on production lines; drive year-over-year inventory reduction and accuracy improvements; collaborate with warehouse to improve inventory accuracy and cycle counting; report materials metrics to senior leadership; lead plantwide materials process improvement projects.
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with departmental ownership
