Material Kitting Supervisor

We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of double deck buses and is the UK's largest bus manufacturer.

At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Materials Kitting Supervisor who is proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about driving accuracy and efficiency in material flow. In this role, you'll oversee the preparation and delivery of material kits that keep our production lines running smoothly. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to meet schedules, minimize delays, and maintain world-class manufacturing standards.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

* Lead and supervise a team of 3-8 employees responsible for pulling, staging, and delivering production kits.

* Ensure kit accuracy and completeness by verifying against Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production schedules.

* Coordinate cross-functionally with Production, Material Planning, and Inventory Control to prioritize tasks, resolve shortages, and address discrepancies.

* Monitor kitting status in real-time through the ERP system (Syspro) and ensure all system transactions are accurate.

* Run daily reports to track performance on kit accuracy, completion times, and on-time delivery.

* Own department KPIs including kit accuracy, staging efficiency, and material readiness.

* Drive continuous improvement by implementing process enhancements to reduce handling errors and improve workflow.

* Coach and develop your team to foster accountability, safety, and engagement.

* Support audits and inventory controls including cycle counts and FIFO practices in the kitting area.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

* 3+ years of warehouse or material handling experience, including at least 1 year in a lead or supervisory role.

* Experience working with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and production schedules.

* Proficiency with ERP systems; Syspro experience preferred.

* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

* Ability to interpret part drawings and material specifications (a plus).

* Comfortable using data and reports to drive decisions.

* Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

WHY JOIN US:

* Competitive compensation and benefit package.

* 401(k) plan with company match.

* On-the-job training provided in a continuous learning environment.

* Advancement opportunities with a growing company.

* Apart of a team who is leading the world's electrification of mass mobility.

Our Why

We move people. The world's most precious cargo.

We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

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