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Cascade Engineering is a Family of Companies that invests in our triple bottom line philosophy - People, Planet and Profit. We have been in business for over 50 years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We manufacture injection molding/plastic products for automotive, office furniture, polymer compounding, waste and recycling industries. We focus on driving organizational excellence through a people centered leadership culture based on the principles of 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Are you looking for a positive and encouraging environment? Are you seeking a position where you are included, recognized and celebrated? You belong here! Are you excited for what is ahead? We are too!

Scope of Responsibility

Location: West Plant at 5055 36th St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49512

Target Pay: The target starting base salary for this position is $87,663.00 - $131,813.00 / year (plus quarterly bonus incentive). Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Cascade Engineering considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

What You'll Be Doing

Materials Management

• Lead the execution and continuous improvement of material planning, scheduling, and supplier release processes across the organization
• Standardize material flow processes across the organization to improve efficiency, visibility, and consistency
• Partner with Purchasing, Operations, and Demand/Capacity Planning to ensure alignment of supply with customer requirements and production needs
• Support and influence capacity planning activities to ensure material readiness and mitigate supply constraints
• Promote organizational alignment by effectively communicating customer requirements and supply chain priorities across cross-functional teams
• Drive adoption of PFEP (Plan for Every Part) in collaboration with CES (Cascade Enterprise Systems/Lean Management)

Logistics and Warehousing

• Oversee warehouse, shipping, and logistics operations to ensure efficient product flow and on-time delivery to customers
• Drive performance against key logistics metrics, including on-time delivery and ASN accuracy
• Support the implementation and optimization of TMS, WMS, and ERP systems to enhance logistics efficiency and visibility
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex operational challenges and improve overall service performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction

Inventory Control

• Oversee inventory control processes and ensure accuracy, integrity, and alignment with organizational needs
• Drive standardization of inventory management practices, including ABC classification and cycle counting processes
• Monitor and improve inventory-related KPIs, including inventory accuracy, turns, and overall performance metrics
• Minimize inventory write-offs through improved controls, proactive management, and cross-functional collaboration
• Utilize data analysis to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities related to inventory performance

Leadership, Performance and Continuous Improvement

• Own and report materials and supply chain KPIs in leadership forums; drive accountability and performance improvement initiatives
• Lead, mentor, and develop supply chain team members, building organizational capability and bench strength
• Provide training and guidance across materials, inventory, and scheduling functions to strengthen execution consistency
• Lead and support supply chain improvement initiatives, using data-driven insights to deliver measurable results
• Actively contributes to cross-functional projects by providing analysis, reporting, and subject matter expertise
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on operational excellence and customer service
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support business objectives

Culture Bearer

• Understands and supports the values ofthe Triple Bottom Line (TBL)
• Exhibits high moral and ethical standards and high integrity
• Values people regardless of their background
• Exhibits the traits of a servant leader
• Exhibit the principles of 7 Habits and Emotional Intelligence
• Encourages open dialogue and communication
• Develops high trust relationships within all levels of the organization
• Pursues Excellence

At Cascade Engineering, we welcome and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an authentic workplace where everyone belongs and thrives, and we look forward to welcoming candidates who are enthusiastic about contributing to our community. If you are passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We recognize that women and people of color are often underrepresented in manufacturing and want to see this change. When making hiring decisions, we believe in considering the whole person and the life experiences they bring to our teams. Our diversity drives our innovation and has been integral to our success.