Dana Incorporated

Materials Manager

Dana Incorporated • $95K — $115K *
Warren, MI 48089In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
  • 10+ years of experience in materials management
  • Leadership and team management skills
  • Experience with continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing principles
  • Proficiency in inventory and materials management, including ERP/MRP systems

Responsibilities

  • Direct daily operations of material handlers for timely delivery to production lines
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct audits for compliance
  • Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with logistics and production
  • Provide onboarding and ongoing training for material handling
  • Identify process inefficiencies and lead collaborations for improvements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Employee training and development programs
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Supportive team environment promoting safety and efficiency
  • Flexible working conditions to support work-life balance
Full Job Description


Job Purpose

To oversee the procurement, storage, and distribution of materials required for manufacturing operations, ensuring that the right materials are available at the right time and in the right quantity. The Materials Manager plays a strategic role in managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory, and aligning material availability with production demands to support operational efficiency, cost control, and customer satisfaction.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Direct daily operations of material handlers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of components to production lines.
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular audits to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
  • Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with logistics and production teams to ensure material availability.
  • Provide onboarding and ongoing training to ensure team members are proficient in material handling procedures.
  • Identify process inefficiencies and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements.


Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
  • 10+ years of experience


Skills

  • Leadership and Team Management - Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing - Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and applying Lean principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) to improve processes.
  • Inventory and Materials Management - Proficient in managing material flow, inventory control, and using ERP/MRP systems.

About Dana Incorporated

Dana Incorporated is a global supplier of drivetrain and e-propulsion systems for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and off-highway equipment. The company's products include axles, driveshafts, transmissions, and electrodynamic technologies. Dana Incorporated serves customers in the automotive, commercial vehicle, and off-highway markets. The company operates through four segments: Light Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Commercial Vehicle Driveline Technologies, Off-Highway Drive and Motion Technologies, and Power Technologies. Dana Incorporated was founded in 1904 and is headquartered in Maumee, Ohio.
Learn more about Dana Incorporated
Size
38,000 employees
Market Cap
$3.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$31 million
5 Year Trend
+3.2%
Revenue
$7.1 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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