Materials Team Lead

Job Description:

At Pentair, you will work along-side passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, inspiring people to move, improve and enjoy life’s essential resources for happier, healthier lives. From our residential and business water solutions to our sustainable innovations and applications, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

SUMMARY: The materials team lead will help achieve and maintain materials team goals, including safety observations, reduction of quality errors with audits and implementing resolutions, parts picking for sales order, material market set up, and identifying process improvements to meet productivity goals.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Updates and tracks materials and value stream MDI metrics daily in regards to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Cash and Culture.
• Coaches team members on standard work, MDI Metrics and overall material workflow.
• Becomes proficient in all SAP functions required of the materials lead position.
• Supports production and material flow to ensure processes run smoothly and uninterrupted.
• Fosters a continuous improvement culture within their team.
• Performs audits on material flow processes, supermarket accuracy, and pick accuracy.
• Performs training for employees on mobile equipment.
• Sets daily work schedules to ensure that all production needs are met.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

Human Resources Functions

• Supports the daily functions and core HR Operations for team member relations. Employee scheduling, timekeeping, talent management, development and team engagement.
• Stay current on all available resources, including company communication, to deliver an exceptional team member experience.
• Responds to team member questions and concerns promptly and courteously, directing them to appropriate resources and leaders for escalation, if needed.
• Follows company procedures related to HR processes and handling confidential information.
• Fosters an inclusive, diverse, safe and empowered work culture.

Safety Functions

• Communicates safety hazards and improvement ideas to team.
• Participates in safety awareness programs.
• Verifies the completion daily hoist, equipment, safety and 5S checklists.
• Updates market and departmental safety crosses daily.
• Ensures team meets the monthly goal for safety observations.

Quality Functions

• Understands and trains in accordance with the current standard work.
• Ensures market location integrity and pick accuracy through daily/weekly audits.
• Utilizes and coaches team members on the red-tag process and how to identify non-conforming material.

Delivery Functions

• Leads daily start up and mid shift meetings to conduct necessary stretches, previous day’s performance, and other pertinent information.
• Aligns daily resources to meet the needs of production. Makes sure the team is cross-trained enough to meet the needs of the customer.
• Escalates unresolved issues and opportunities affecting material flow to plant staff during GEMBA walk and related MDI tools (Managing for Daily Improvement).

Cost Functions

• Makes tactical decisions on where staffing is placed based on business priorities for that day
• Follows up throughout the day on quantity of staff needed for the workload to ensure each market is balanced based on production
• Reviews Cost/Efficiency/Accuracy metric on MDI at Start Up meeting.

Cash Functions

• Applies Lean Manufacturing principles to minimize downtime both in the market and at the production lines.
• Processes scrap correctly.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Associates degree or coursework towards Bachelor’s Degree is preferred

Experience

• 5+ Years’ experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• ERP System (SAP, MFG, PRO, M2K) experience.
• Prior leadership and training experience desired.
• Demonstrated problem solving and use of initiative to meet a defined target or project goal.
• Experience of Lean manufacturing methodologies and/or continuous improvement.
• Certified to operate and train on mobile equipment such as Sit Down Forklift, Standup Reach Truck, and Tugger.
• Experience creating and utilizing basic spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.

Abilities

• Supports the Organization’s Mission, Vision, and Values by exhibiting the following behaviors:
• Accountability for Performance
• Committed to high standards of performance and demonstrate personal ownership for getting the job done.
• Absolute Integrity
• Committed to honest and ethical business practices in our dealings with customers, business partners, investors, communities, and each other.
• Customer First
• Viewing of situations through the eyes of the customer. Striving to make it easy for customers to do business with Pentair. Focusing on improving our levels of quality, service and satisfaction. Tenacious in meeting commitments to internal and external customers.
• Innovation and Adaptability
• Actively pursuing continuous improvement, adapting to changing circumstances and applying new ideas.
• Positive Energy
• Displaying a positive outlook and taking responsibility for our impact on others.
• Respect and Teamwork
• Treating others with respect and openness; we collaborate and align with others for team success.
• Ability to lead and hold others accountable.
• Ability to train and operate mobile equipment.
• Works effectively with peers, other units, management to accomplish goals and to identify and resolve problems.
• Ability to access all areas of the building to respond to production and warehouse needs.
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively in individual and group situations both orally and in writing.
• Able to learn and adapt to current technology needs, including basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Intranet systems, etc.)
• Able to interpret instructions, reports and information on computer screens and key information on a computer or other devices.
• Physical requirements are standing, walking, lifting and lowering weights up to 50 pounds and with assistance occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Able to move product efficiently and safely.
• Willing to cross train and work in other areas of the plant, as needed.
• Flexible work Schedule ( e.g. Nights, weekends) and regular attendance necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.