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    "description": "<h2>Overview</h2>\n<p><strong><u>THE ROLE</u></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.  </p>\n<p>                                                                                                     </p>\n<p>The Position: The Materials Supervisor’s main function is to manage the materials team in support of trailer and Aftermarket production from the receipt and storage of materials to the timely replenishment and delivery of material to the production line. Additionally, the Materials Supervisor will direct all shipments of parts, assemblies and dunnage to Aftermarket, sister plants and suppliers. The Materials Supervisor may also coordinate spotter truck activities in support of production and materials activities.</p>\n<h2>Responsibilities</h2>\n<p><strong><u>WHAT YOU’LL DO</u></strong></p>\n<ul>\n <li>Ensure compliance with plant-wide safety protocols and conduct basic safety training for team members.</li>\n <li>Provide training to team following all OSHA rules and GD policies in the use of material handling equipment – forklifts, mobilized carts, cranes, stacker cranes, tuggers, pallet jacks, dock locks, etc.</li>\n <li>Ensures all HR related processes and policies are followed by material handling team.</li>\n <li>Coordinate routine shipping, receiving, and warehouse activities under direct guidance from the Supply Chain Manager.</li>\n <li>Responsible for developing, training and maintaining proper material handling processes.</li>\n <li>Supervise a team consisting of material handlers and direct support personnel for line production.</li>\n <li>Work with Operations to make sure NCM, PDR and scrap processes are being followed by shop floor personnel.</li>\n <li>Support plant SC Lean & plant BIQ processes specifically focusing on items affected by material handling team. 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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   </p>\n<p> </p>\n<ul>\n <li>Physical demands:  20% of time is office - 80% in a manufacturing and warehouse environment.</li>\n <li>Work environment: </li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n <li>\n  <ul>\n   <li>Exposed to standard shop noise. Must wear plant defined PPE when in shop.  </li>\n   <li>Must be aware of surroundings due to crane/hoist truck & forklift movements inside and out of the plant.  </li>\n   <li>A fast-paced environment.  </li>\n  </ul></li>\n</ul>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><u>ABOUT GREAT DANE</u></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><strong><u>WHY WORK FOR US?</u></strong></p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you. </p>\n<p> </p>\n<p>Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. 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