Material Handler Supervisor

• Supervise all Material handlers across multi production lines, ensuring adherence to Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) and safety protocols.
• Assign daily work task based on production priorities, project schedules, and manpower availability.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members on receiving material staging full and accurate kits by production stations, and documentation of best practices.
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, and participate in performance evaluations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Inventory regarding inventory-related issues.
• Coordinate tracking and transportation of materials between Mission Critical facilities
• Collaborate with Logistics to set up transportation of materials and finished goods
• Plan and maintain supermarket zones per production station requirements, and ensure materials are staged efficiently and organized using 5S principles.
• Lead the setup of supermarket areas (taping, labeling, shelving) to support process flow and visibility.
• Ensure all BOM (Bill of Materials) items are kitted accurately, labeled properly, and delivered to the correct production area.
• Identify opportunities to improve material handling efficiency, layout, and accuracy through Lean and 5S initiatives.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Support and enforce all company policies, including ISO 9001, environmental, and safety standards.
• Ensure all team members adhere to RK's safety programs, PPE requirements, and Stop Work Authority.
• Conduct regular safety checks of material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, etc.).
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse and staging area using visual controls and 5S practices.

• 3-5 years of material handling, warehouse, or logistics experience required.
• 1-2 years of supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Proficient in ERP/WMS systems, Microsoft Office, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Valid forklift certification and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently while maintaining focus on safety and quality in a fast-paced lean environment.
• Capability to handle materials in a manner that supports quick changeovers, kanban's, and minimal production downtime.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Work in all types of weather.
• Must have working knowledge of all trade materials, production materials, and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Model safety leadership; enforce safe work practices and stop unsafe work immediately.
• Promote operational excellence through adherence to standardized work and continuous improvement principles.
• Ensure team compliance with documentation, quality, and performance expectations.
• Lead by example in professionalism, communication, and teamwork.

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental

• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law