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Materials Supervisor

Carfair4 days ago
Winnipeg
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

About the role

Carfair Composites® is a leader in fiber-reinforced plastic design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, operating in five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, MB, St. Cloud, MN, and Anniston, AL, Wausaukee, WI, and Gillett, WI. As a comprehensive manufacturer of engineered composite products, Carfair Composites supplies quality fiberglass components to the original equipment manufacturers operating in agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, commercial, food processing, and medical industries.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Materials Supervisor to lead our materials team and ensure accurate inventory control, efficient material flow, and reliable support for production and shipping operations. This position plays a key role in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations while driving improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and overall performance.

If you’re a hands-on leader who enjoys problem-solving, teamwork, and process optimization, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead, coach, and motivate the materials team to meet departmental goals.
  • Assign daily tasks and ensure employees are trained and equipped to perform effectively.
  • Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment.
  • Partner with production, purchasing, and shipping to maintain seamless material flow.
  • Provide flexibility to support other shifts as needed.

Materials & Inventory Operations

  • Oversee all material movements, from receiving to final shipment.
  • Maintain accurate inventory levels and enforce FIFO (First-In, First-Out) practices.
  • Manage and improve cycle counting processes to maintain system accuracy.
  • Identify and resolve material discrepancies, and ensure data integrity in ERP systems.
  • Work closely with Finance, Purchasing, and Quality teams to meet production needs.

Process & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead initiatives to improve inventory accuracy and material handling efficiency.
  • Develop and implement standard work procedures and best practices.
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles to streamline operations.

Performance Management & Reporting

  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take action to address gaps.
  • Use data to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Ensure departmental goals align with company objectives and production requirements.

What You Will Bring

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in materials, logistics, or warehouse leadership, preferably in manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of inventory control, material flow, and ERP systems.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to lead a team and collaborate across departments.
  • Continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to support alternate shifts when needed.

Why Join Our Team

  • Training Provided – We’ll show you everything you need to know!
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits - Competitive Wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, GRRSP plan, life insurance, and disability programs.
  • Paid holidays and vacation.
  • Friendly Work Environment - Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
  • On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment through a variety of in-house training initiatives.

Our why

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions.  News and information are available at www.nfigroup.comwww.newflyer.comwww.mcicoach.comwww.arbocsv.comwww.alexander-dennis.comwww.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.

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