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Materials Manager

United States, Denver · Job Posted January 04, 2026
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Job Description

Oversee, support and manage activities related to materials and equipment flow and logistics in a shop environment. The main objective of this role is to implement, standardize and administer critical processes that ensure the smooth and efficient operation of a production process. This role supports and manages activities that involve the systematic movement, storage, and preparation of components and materials required for production. The goal is to minimize downtime, reduce waste, and maintain a continuous flow of parts to each workstation.

Job Responsibility

  • Inspect all incoming materials and equipment
  • Verified for quality and quantity before being introduced into the production environment
  • Organize materials and store materials in designated areas using methods that optimize space and accessibility per materials handling and storage program
  • Provide inventory control and rotate materials by purchase order and production project
  • Stage components pre-positioned near the assembly line in the correct sequence and quantities required for each production cycle
  • Participate in material flow and delivery from storage to staging areas and then to the assembly line using appropriate handling equipment (e.g., carts, conveyors, forklifts)
  • Incorporate lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency
  • Utilize ergonomic considerations to ensure that materials are positioned to minimize strain and enhance worker safety
  • Work in a collaborative environment to improve production efficiency and reduced downtime
  • Strive to enhanced inventory accuracy and control
  • Help manage vendors and suppliers to lower risk of material shortages or excess
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with corporate and project safety program requirements
  • Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and promote a safe work environment
  • Develop daily task/job lists, set appropriate expectations, and ensure tasks and jobs are completed
  • Utilize interpersonal skills to accomplish objectives received from shop fabrication leadership
  • Maintain metrics, reports, process documentation, operational logs and safety records
  • Work in a team environment to ensure customer requirements and productivity are achieved
  • Maintain an organized work environment
  • Participate in the execution of a cycle count and physical count program
  • Track backorders from vendors in a timely manner
  • Work with department supervisors to create physical organization of inventoried items
  • Occasionally load and unload items from the warehouse and yard
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Background in materials procurement and/or inventory management with 1-3 years of experience
  • Proficient understanding of mechanical materials including equipment, pipe, valves, fittings, etc.
  • Strong computer skills with ability to learn new software
  • Operate computer to input and retrieve data
  • Show proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Coordinate own tasks with a specific range of responsibilities

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