Job Description
Job Description
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our Rise talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company with problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
This is a position with WM Technologies, LLC and affiliate of SPX Enterprises, LLC, which manufactures and sells Weil-McLain® branded products. Weil-McLain® is a leading North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings since 1881.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary) SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Materials Manager, you will lead the team responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating material flow throughout the manufacturing process. This role ensures that all materials, resources, and information are available to meet customer demand and production goals while maintaining optimal inventory levels and cost efficiency. You will analyze production capacity, manage supply chain performance, and drive alignment between purchasing, operations, and sales forecasting to ensure seamless manufacturing execution.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities) While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Leadership & Planning:
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\n - Manage, coach, and develop staff responsible for production scheduling, materials planning, and workflow coordination.
\n - Establish production priorities and lead times to meet customer requirements and shipping schedules.
\n - Analyze plant capacity and production requisition data to determine manufacturing processes, staffing needs, and equipment utilization.
\n - Responsibilities include management of warehouse operations, shipping and receiving functions, as well as logistics and scheduling.
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- Materials & Production Control:
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\n - Oversee all aspects of material flow from purchasing to work-in-process to finished goods to shipping.
\n - Expedite operations that delay production schedules and adjust plans as needed to meet changing priorities or unforeseen conditions.
\n - Monitor and report on material availability, inventory levels, and production progress to proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks.
\n - Collaborate with procurement and suppliers to ensure material quality, timely delivery, and cost effectiveness.
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- Data, Analysis & Reporting:
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\n - Prepare production and material utilization reports and communicate key performance indicators (KPIs) to leadership.
\n - Develop and maintain reports, analytics, and dashboards to measure operational performance and inventory health.
\n - Align material and inventory requirements with demand planning and sales and operations planning (S&OP) processes.
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- Continuous Improvement
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\n - Identify and implement process improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, and productivity across material planning and scheduling functions.
\n - Participate in Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives to enhance material flow and reduce waste.
\n - Support cycle count and physical inventory programs and ensure policy compliance.
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What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education) We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience \n - Proven leadership experience in materials management, production planning, or supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.
\n - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
\n - Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
\n - Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (JD Edwards preferred) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
\n - Understanding of operational and financial metrics, master scheduling, and inventory control practices.
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Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities \n - Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and supply chain best practices.
\n - Experience conducting ABC analysis, managing reorder strategies, and tracking key performance indicators.
\n - Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining focus on long-term objectives.
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Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or Business Administration, or CPIM certification required.
Physical Demands: The demands described are representative of those that must be met by someone who successfully performs the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation:
\n - Lifting up to 50 pounds
\n - Bending/stooping
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\n - Frequent movement around manufacturing facility
\n - Repetitive keyboard use; continuous use of computer monitor.
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Travel & Working Environment \n - Minimum travel may be required. Less than 5%.
\n - Workplace is an office/manufacturing environment.
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How we live our culture Our culture is at the center of what we do, and more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads.
What Benefits do we offer? We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
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Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
ABOUT SPX SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with strong brands.
SPX TOTAL REWARDS At SPX , what's in it for our employees transcends market-competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees' personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well-being. Our compensation programs are performance-based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.
OUR VALUES - Integrity
- Accountability
- Excellence
- Teamwork
- Results
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At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognize that only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build strong relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.
WORKING AT SPX Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.
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