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The Production Supervisor serves as a vital member of the manufacturing operations site leadership team reporting directly to the Plant Manager. This position will be responsible for leading Manufacturing functions for a hydraulic assembly operations plant. The chosen candidate will effectively direct and lead all aspects of manufacturing operations as well as provide critical support to continuously improve Quality in our manufacturing processes. This person must possess a “continuous improvement” mindset and be a champion of LEAN efforts throughout the facility. Moreover, this position will be supported by a leadership team that values Lean Manufacturing principles and understands the value and link to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

· Utilize data driven processes to achieve key performance goals that meet or exceed manufacturing requirements and increase customer satisfaction. Follow world-class operational standards for measuring and communicating visual metrics related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, etc.

· Work with plant direct and indirect labor to manage daily operations and consistently apply practices and enforce policies.

· Working with the Quality organization, manage the corrective action process. This is achieved through utilization of 8D/A3 problem solving, and customer audits. Achieve Cost Reduction through championing data-drive decisions and utilization of Lean and Six-Sigma problem-solving techniques.

· Must take ownership and accountability for improving safety throughout the operation and support the organization’s overall HSSE mission

· Drive continuous improvement processes by utilizing CMOS techniques to increase output and lower costs in manufacturing/assembly areas.

· Support and ensure ISO 9001 processes and procedures are maintained and coordinates preventative measures to enhance system capability. Provide leadership for problem resolution and use formalized root-cause problem solving approaches (5-Why, 4-Block, 8D, etc.) to effectively define problems and drive to solutions.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Experience and/or Training:

• Five (5) or more years of experience in assembly manufacturing / ISO 9001 organization.
• Three (3) years in a comparable leadership / management position is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear and concise verbal and written skills. Ability to communicate and influence effectively cross-functionally and at all levels.
• Demonstrated skills of building processes and teams.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills -- both oral and written, demonstrated by the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from production employees, groups of managers, peers and occasionally customers.
• In-depth experience with lean manufacturing methods and continuous improvement mindset. Must have demonstrated skills in use of visual management to manage daily operations. Passion for root cause analysis and methodical problem solving.

Competencies

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Analytical - Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Problem Solving – Proficient with problem solving toolbox (8D, A3, VSM, Fishbone, etc.) Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things. Maintains confidentiality of payroll, medical, benefit and employee related information.

Physical & Mental Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

What We Offer:

· Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.

· Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.

· Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.

· Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.

· 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.

· Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.

· Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.

· Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.

· Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.

· Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.

· Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Ready to Join Us? If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and let’s build something amazing together.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

We value people as individuals with different backgrounds and believe that having a variety of perspectives is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe to share their ideas and concerns without fear of negative consequences. By valuing differences, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Notification to Agencies: CentroMotion and its affiliated companies (Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer, and Weasler Engineering) do not accept resume submissions from agencies outside of existing agreements. Please do not send resumes to CentroMotion employees. CentroMotion is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resume submissions.

Description

Carlisle Brake and Friction (CBF) is a strategic business unit of CentroMotion. With eight manufacturing facilities globally located in the US, UK, Italy, China, Japan, and India, and with over 1,600 employees, CBF is the leading provider of high performance braking solutions to the off-highway, high performance racing, aerospace, and alternative energy markets, serving over 100 leading original equipment manufacturers in 55 countries.

Additionally, we manufacture both wet and dry friction materials used for wet brakes, brake linings, clutches and transmissions. We also design and deliver hydraulic actuation, including hydraulic valves, master cylinders, adjustors, and boosted master cylinders.

Reporting Relationship: Reports directly to Quality Manager

Location: Medina, Ohio

Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree; engineering or equivalent technical field of study.

Characteristics: to CBF’s values and total quality philosophy. Must exhibit a strong sense of urgency; be able to meet deadlines and to work flexible hours. Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required, along with working knowledge of PC applications & statistical software. Individual must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and/or in a cross-functional work team environment. Must be an excellent communicator and facilitator. Must demonstrate a commitment.

Requirements: Work Experience: Minimum of five years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ideal candidate would be a “hands-on” person with shop floor experience. Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) required. Six Sigma and Lean training and/or certifications are a plus.

Principal Area of Responsibility: Assists in administering the total quality assurance program encompassing APQP, planning, evaluation and reporting on all quality aspects of a product, from its conception through manufacturing, fabrication, storage and delivery with intent to provide an optimum quality product at the lowest cost.

Specific Duties

• Ensure all customer specific requirements are met.
• Develop and implement all required quality documentation for new and existing products.
• Lead quality related APQP activities for new and existing products.
• Prepare all documents necessary for customer PPAP submissions.
• Provide support to functional areas with regard to process improvement and statistical methods.
• Revise the quality management system as needed.
• Review company products to insure internal and customer quality standards are met and develop control plans and inspection requirements for those products.
• Participate in and support the Company’s Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Lead corrective action teams to ensure that robust root cause and corrective actions are established.

Description

The Material Manager's primary responsibility will be to execute, develop and improve standard processes for each plant as it relates to ongoing management of material planning, inventory control, scheduling, and purchasing functions including production planning, procurement, storage and distribution of material and products to meet customer expectations and to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction is maintained. This requires the ability to proactively identify issues and implement process improvements in material planning. The Materials Manager will drive activities critical to performance by managing various projects to instill excellence and best practices. The materials manager is also responsible for controlling department expenses, increase productivity, elevating service to our customers, and furthering our competitive advantage in the industry. The ideal candidate for this role will have extensive knowledge of manufacturing operations and cost structures. Standardization of processes will encompass the responsibilities below.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Works with commercial teams and plant operations managers to develop production plans and forecasts through S&OP that support site revenue targets.
• Ensures proper production control, planning, and scheduling processes are in place to meet revenue targets and to balance the level of manpower and machine requirements. Monitors compliance to the processes and makes certain that deviations to the process are investigated and properly followed up.
• Develop systems/processes to ensure timely and accurate response to customer’s orders.
• Work closely with operations managers to develop production plans and forecasts.
• Establish and maintain purchasing practices and policies aligned with SCSP guidelines to ensure honest, fair and ethical relationships with vendors. Keeps informed on legal matters that affect purchasing policies.
• In partnership with Supply Chain, responsible for continuing programs of exploration for new materials, suppliers, and processes to achieve the best possible quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery.
• Coordinate and implement CM corporate transportation management initiatives with sites and develop improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate and implement CM corporate tariff management initiatives with sites and develop improvement opportunities.
• Support Supply Chain crisis management with tactical teams, define root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate new product implementations between Strategic Sourcing and tactical teams.
• Develop and implement processes that optimize inventory levels to ensure on-time delivery of requirements while minimizing carrying costs and premium transportation charges.
• PFEP champion.
• Responsible for inventory reporting, action plans and year over year improvement.
• Identify PPV opportunities through SC analysis (PFEP), develop projects for execution, and manage PPV projects as assigned.
• Develops and implements visual inventory management systems on the production floor and in materials department.
• Build strong strategic relationships with all levels of management.
• Responsible for the motivation and development of subordinates to optimize their performance and their personal and professional growth.
• Developing internal talent, coach and mentor staff.
• Review/monitor departmental KPIs and strategy deployment (SD) initiatives and develop recovery/improvement opportunities.
• Manage departmental expenses and appropriation requests within budget while focusing on continuous improvement opportunities.
• Supports plant safety rules.
• Manage safety as an equal to other key functions.
• Provide support and guidance on major issues and monitor departmental action items to ensure timely and effective correction.
• Attain targets and goals driving KPIs and Plant Metric Targets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline. Experience in lieu of Bachelor’s degree may be considered. Continuing education activity beneficial.
• 7-Years experience in relevant roles.
• APICS CPIM certification preferred.
• Experience applying tools of MS Office Suite.
• Experience utilizing SQL Program, as well as navigating, leveraging features and effectively utilizing reporting/outputs of ERP systems is required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for positions of 30 hours or more per week.
• Health Savings Account with annual employer contribution.
• Company provided Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Short-Term Disability.
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Spousal Life, Child Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) with matching contribution that is fully vested from day one.
• Generous amount of PTO, plus 14 paid Holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunity.
• $250 in Lifestyle Reimbursement Account upon completion of annual physical.
• Wellness program with monthly themes, quarterly challenges, onsite flu shot clinics and biometric screenings.
• Clean and safe work environment.

Description

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Elliott Manufacturing, you will have the opportunity to apply learned knowledge and skills while gaining valuable hands-on experience to start your career in Engineering. This internship will provide exposure to a manufacturing plant while also supporting other CentroMotion businesses remotely.

Responsibilities:

1. Establish inventory of manufacturing and quality control tooling.

2. Utilize existing Gage Control software to track tooling (if possible).

3. Establish physical storage locations for all tooling.

4. Implement 6S for tooling, so that missing tooling can be easily physically identified.

5. Establish check-in/check-out process for tooling.

6. Review QC tooling and ensure quantities of tools are appropriate for each tool type (too many/too little).

7. Look for opportunities to reduce QC calibrations for unnecessary and overabundance of tools.

8. Work with operators to create work instructions

Requirements

• Student of Junior or Senior standing currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information

Sr. Sourcing Specialist-Indirect Materials

Waukesha, WI

Description

CentroMotion is looking to hire a Sr. Sourcing Specialist that will support in the development and implementation of commodity / supply chain activities that significantly contributes to year over year sales growth and operational improvement through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) sourcing process. Primary responsibilities include preparing, reviewing, analyzing, and executing sourcing activities and projects which solve problems and improve supply chain metrics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Part of the global sourcing team supporting the sourcing of cluster of indirect procurement categories at a global and regional level, including: MRO, factory materials, goods and services, capital equipment, utilities, professional services, etc..

· Supports new supplier development and leads cost reduction and CapEx purchasing projects across the categories assigned at a global and regional level.

· Serves as an extension of the core team that implements best practice standardization in terms of sourcing processes, procurement market strategies, supplier strategies and risk mitigation.

· Maintains subject matter understanding specific to assigned categories: procurement market, commodity markets, cost driver and risk mitigation.

· Supports Strategic Sourcing Managers to source products and services, assist supplier audits, negotiate tooling and pricing, write contracts, perform value analysis to ensure supplier contract and timeline compliance.

· Assist in improving supplier performance metrics and scorecards.

· Working within the category cluster/team, this role is responsible for executing projects, analysis, and necessary tasks to deliver the team’s sourcing strategy to key stakeholders that includes engineering, sales, operations, quality etc.

· Lead assigned analysis, projects, and execute actions in order to make improvements in total cost including terms, freight, unit cost, quality improvement and inventory reduction.

· Analyze and report on global commodity indexes and macro-environment trends to ensure uninterrupted flow of product at current or better cost.

· Visit suppliers for continuous improvement and project execution in partnership with the Strategic Sourcing Manager.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field
• CPIM and or equivalent professional certification will be an advantage
• Travel Requirements – 10% domestic

Experience:

Seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist to lead Indirect procurement with emphasis on Capex,, MRO, and Logistics. This role requires a strong sourcing professional who brings solid process knowledge yet can operate effectively in a fluid, evolving environment. The ideal candidate will help strengthen procurement procedures, drive policy development, and build alignment across Finance, Operations, and Manufacturing Engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead sourcing for Capex,, MRO, and Logistics categories, including strategic souring management, negotiation, and contracting.

· Partner with cross-functional teams on capital projects, maintenance planning, and operational needs.

· Shape and improve procurement processes, policies, and standard work.

· Drive supplier selection, performance management, and cost-reduction initiatives.

· Enhance spend visibility and support financial alignment with budgeting/approvals.

Qualifications

· 5+ years Indirect Procurement experience with demonstrated work in CapEx, MRO, or Logistics.

· Strong negotiation, contracting, and supplier management skills.

· Ability to work in ambiguous or developing-process environments.

· Proven cross-functional influence and communication skills.

· Experience in manufacturing environments preferred.

Ideal Candidate:

A hands-on, adaptable sourcing expert who can balance daily execution with process development—helping elevate procurement maturity while delivering immediate value.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
• Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Carlisle Brake and Friction

Material Development Manager-Dry Friction

Solon, OH

Description

Manage, develop, and help successfully launch new semi-metallic, non-asbestos organic friction materials for Carlisle’s extensive customer base. Manages a group of formulators of dry and metallic friction products while still being a formulator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Directly and indirectly develop friction materials in transmission and brakes for off highway (mining, construction, agriculture), aircraft, power sports, recreation, heavy truck, and industrial applications. This will include supervising and some pilot/fabricating of test materials manufactured in plant environments.

· Participate in and sometimes lead project/program management of a typical APQP/stage gate/phased launch process for creating new materials (NPD, NPI).

· Responsible for managing multiple testing plans/DVP&R’s across a broad range of applications, formulas, processes, customers, and plants.

· Regularly report out on program status, team progress, performance and actions.

· Develop personnel performance and development plans in conjunction with company goals.

· Assist in study of markets, customer applications/usage, new technology and regulatory landscape to create technical roadmaps.

· Generates research and development projects with focus on commercialization and product launch.

· Participates in industry associations globally for materials, testing, brakes, and various end-market industry associations.

· Experience in ceramics, polymers, composites, and other materials and material science systems.

· Position requires a strong theoretical knowledge of coppers, steels, non-ferrous powder metallurgy and friction characteristics associated with brakes, clutches and drive trains.

· Experience with composite mixing, molding/bonding, curing/baking, and finishing of dry friction products is desired.

· Some experience with metallic or powdered metallurgy environments is helpful.

· Experience with sintering/brazing and heat treatment of steels is helpful.

· Have the ability to use concepts and tools of Six Sigma as a means to develop materials to meet customer requirements. These can include Design of Experiments (DOE), DFMEA, and the ability to understand a QFD (Quality Functional Deployment) to establish customer critical requirements.

· Interfaces with sales personnel in and on customer visits when necessary. The object is to understand conditions under which the manufactured parts must operate in the longer term from an applications perspective.

· Comfortable presenting technical data sheets, test results, and failure analysis to both internal and external customers.

· Collaborate on equipment setup, operation and maintenance procedures for laboratory and dynamometers.

· Recommends new and improved test procedures to improve test quality and reduce test time.

· Interfaces with product and manufacturing engineering to introduce and further develop new materials.

· Assist production when difficulties occur in manufacturing parts in the engineer’s product area.

· Interfaces with test engineers to develop new test methods and procedures as well as communicating how test data is analyzed and presented.

· Interpreting dynamometer and analytical test lab results.

· Assist quality control and supplier quality to work on production and developmental issues relating to part quality, standards, testing methods, and analysis of defects.

· Support sourcing via helping to identify new suppliers, assisting with supplier audits as necessary, generating standards/specifications for qualifying incoming products.

· Experience in evaluating new raw material sources due to shortage, va/ve, and performance enhancements is highly recommended.

· Assist with the creation and maintenance of ISO/QS documentation and control systems.

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

· Minimum of a Bachelors Degree, in Chemistry, Materials Science, Metallurgy, Physics, Composite Materials & Structures, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Masters or Advanced Technical Degree in these fields preferred but not required.

Experience and/or Training:

· Ideally 10-15 years of experience (more preferred) in compounding/formulating, product development, testing, and launch of materials.

· Ideally 3-5 years of experience (more preferred) in managing formulators/compounders.

· Position requires a strong theoretical knowledge of physical properties and materials science relating to the use of such materials in friction material composites.

· Analytical evaluation typically includes DSC, TGA, FTIR, GC Mass spectroscopy, elemental and phase identification, particle size, optical and electron microscopy, particle sizing and compound identification.

· Experience with the use of these materials in friction applications such as brakes, clutches and drivetrains is a plus.

· Practical experience with the use of Six Sigma techniques is desirable but not essential as formal on-site training is available and encouraged.

· A history of successful commercialization of friction materials is preferred.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
• Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

EHS Manager

Welcome to CentroMotion, a global leader in manufacturing friction products, information and control devices, mechanical power transmission products, and thermal and motion controls. Our solutions are used in transportation, agriculture, construction, mining and industrial environments, and are designed to meet the unique needs of OEMs and aftermarket networks.

At CentroMotion, we pride ourselves on deep subject matter expertise, long-term partnerships, and a drive for innovation and continuous improvement to help our customers achieve their goals. Our brands, including Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer and Weasler Engineering, are recognized for their quality and reliability.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to helping build, move and feed the world.

Description

• Assist with creating, implementing, and improving the plant's future state EHS management system. Support behavioral-based safety programs and processes.
• Incorporate new EHS regulations, directives, and standards into the plant's management systems. Conduct regular internal EHS auditing to ensure compliance, including follow-up on incident/accident investigations through the internal EHS system, corporate audit, and compliance inspection actions.
• Interact with the production and maintenance team to ensure policies and procedures are followed. Train, audit, instruct, and correct where necessary.
• Chair, conduct, and report on the actions of the Plant Safety Committee.
• Assist with preparing and executing the necessary air, water, and solid waste management activities, reporting and permit requirements.
• Assist with managing and coordinating safety training for the entire facility.
• Ensure that Federal, State, and local EHS laws, regulations, codes, and rules are followed.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, QC Laboratory, Sourcing, and Engineering to institute EHS controls and remedial measures to reduce risk due to EHS conditions, behaviors, procedures, or equipment.
• Maintain safety, environmental, and industrial hygiene programs, including PPE and ergonomic assessments that align with corporate goals and programs.
• Create ways to keep workers, contractors, and visitors safe from harm by working with peers to identify and resolve unsafe acts and conditions.
• Inspect machines for safety devices and guard compliance.
• Evaluate current and future equipment, products, facilities, or processes and those planned for future use through a Management of Change process.
• Utilize and enhance corporate programs identifying, eliminating, and mitigating hazards found on site.
• Review injury data to identify trends and implement programs and practices to address identified hazards.
• Documentation/Records Management — Capturing, storing, and maintaining information in written or electronic form as required by policy/regulations.
• Evaluate the probability and severity of accidents by completing risk assessments. Provide specialized technical advice and support on all aspects of tool design, machining, manufacturing, and estimating.
• Engage site leadership in making decisions and solving problems. Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems. Knowledge of Six Sigma/LEAN is a plus.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental policies, regulations, programs, and procedures, including Hazardous Waste Management, Air Emissions Calculations, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan, and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: A bachelor’s degree in occupational health, Safety, or a related technical field is preferred.

Experience And Training

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment. Equivalency may be considered with a minimum of six years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and oral presentation skills required in English, with Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Additional certifications and training in Safety, Environmental Compliance, and related fields are highly desired.
• Prefer candidates with experience working in a Union shop environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and 45001 Management Systems
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Competence in the preparation of technical documentation
• Proven EHS background (ideally supported by environmental experience)
• Team and Relationship building
• Demonstrated ability to identify and assist with the development of others
• The ability to engage and influence leaders with appropriate business acumen is highly desired.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving ability.
• CSHO, CHST, OHST, ASP, or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) desired
• Experience with Combustible Dust or Process Safety Management is desired

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
• Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Buyer

CentroMotion | Carlisle Brake & Friction

Medina, Ohio

Welcome to CentroMotion, a global leader in manufacturing friction products, information and control devices, mechanical power transmission products, and thermal and motion controls. Our solutions are used in transportation, agriculture, construction, mining and industrial environments, and are designed to meet the unique needs of OEMs and aftermarket networks.

At CentroMotion, we pride ourselves on deep subject matter expertise, long-term partnerships, and a drive for innovation and continuous improvement to help our customers achieve their goals. Our brands, including Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer and Weasler Engineering, are recognized for their quality and reliability.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to helping build, move and feed the world.

Your Role: The Buyer is responsible for ensuring raw materials, components and subassemblies are delivered to the production site to support production needs. This individual must fully understand the companies’ supply chain and production operations, as well as be an expert on their assigned product or commodities. They will deploy inventory strategies, be responsible for product change and associated material planning implications, manage and solve exceptions, and drive supplier execution. This role involves daily management of supply and constraints, status reporting and supplier engagement. The Buyer Planner role requires close collaboration with the strategic sourcing department as well as with operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Execute tactical buying processes used to manage the supply chain to ensure material supply that meets master schedule and customer requirements.
• Communicate with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and the commercial teams to ensure effective execution of the manufacturing plan, new product introduction, product phase out, and engineering change.
• The Buyer will effectively communicate any potential interruption in part supply and ensure persistent follow through until a resolution is achieved.
• Ensure components are received in a timely matter and processed through the ERP system.
• Request corrective actions from the suppliers where the supplier fails to meet the requirements (On Time Delivery, Shipment Accuracy).
• Monitor and action MRP Exception Messages.
• Maintain inventory levels within the established targets.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies with Inventory Analyst.
• Reconcile supplier invoice discrepancies.
• Develop and maintain an effective working relationship with suppliers.
• Identify opportunities for inventory days on hand reduction.
• Maintain PFEP for purchased components and raw materials.
• Participate in any planned physical inventories.
• Participate in and support plant Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning process as assigned.
• Support plant safety rules and safety observation process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Succeed

• Academic Degree with an emphasis on Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Management and/or 3+ years of demonstrated experience in buyer/planning roles or inventory management in an automotive or industrial manufacturing environment.
• APICS CPIM certification or similar is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; a team player – detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task/prioritize.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
• Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Description

Partners with Site Manager and Site Leaders to facilitate year over year sales growth and operational improvement through the execution of CentroMotion initiatives. This position is responsible for assisting to improve individual CentroMotion business results through the development, improvement, and implementation of the organization’s CMOS process. These positions will facilitate and train individuals in the use of the CMOS toolbox tools (ie. Six Sigma, standard work, Kanban, JIT, Cellular Mfg, VSM, 5S, Pareto, SMED, TQC, etc.), and will work together with the Regional Continuous Improvement Leaders to develop and execute the CMOS continuous improvement plans.

Requirements

· Assist with the development and expansion of the CMOS (CentroMotion Operating System).

· Drive the use of these tools across the site.

· Work with the Site Leaders and Regional Operational Excellence Leaders to develop and execute strategic plans for cutting site costs.

· Implement strategic KPI’s and measurement systems to determine manufacturing performance and capabilities.

· Provide technical guidance and facilitate problem-solving methodologies (ie. Six Sigma methodologies & Lean Tools).

· Work with the site to identify the needs of the business and execute CMOS tools to achieve desired business results.

· Evaluate and measure the impact CMOS is making on the business results, adjusting the support as needed to ensure business result improvements

· Ensure best practice sharing across all of CentroMotion.

· Directly manage strategic PCIS projects to drive improvement in process metrics, targeted financial benefits and upgrading of company supporting systems.

· Provides project leadership, mentors team members, and ensures projects remain on task and are completed timely.

· Maintains site monthly PCIS funnel reporting and ensures site savings projects stay on track with yearly PCIS targets.

· Ensures the effective communication of project status, issues, risks and budgetary information to key site stakeholders, the Business Unit and Global Leaders.

Competencies:

· Bachelor’s degree (BS) from a four-year college or university, or a four-year technical degree or equivalent in engineering, business or related field.

· Minimum of four years' experience in a technical capacity (Engineering, Manufacturing or Quality).

· Six Sigma exposure/training. Accredited Black Belt training preferred, with demonstrated project management skills..

· Demonstrate strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively function in a supportive/consultative role. Must be able to show success by influencing others, not necessarily directing.

· Demonstrated experience facilitating the Lean Manufacturing and driving cost savings in multiple business environments.

· Demonstrated ability to lead teams.

· Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Preferred.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
• Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Description

We are looking for a Supply Chain/Sourcing Intern who will gain experience working with the Supply Chain team on multiple projects in a corporate environment. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) paid internship for the Summer 2026 semester and is based at CentroMotion Corporate in Waukesha, WI. This individual will provide sourcing support to a sourcing manager while learning and growing experience in strategic sourcing.

Responsibilities:

• Support Sourcing Managers with project execution, tactical analytics generation, and special improvement projects.
• New supplier onboarding/outreach
• Contract (NDA) renewal execution and negotiation upon expiration
• Co-lead internal/external design reviews
• Assist in MRP data upkeep/generation
• ECR/Deviation submissions as needed & change management support
• New supplier assessment and audit support
• Assist with supplier performance metrics and scorecards as needed

Accomplishments of Internship:

• Self-led identification and realization of Value Creation (PCIS) projects totaling >$50k
• Development of internal CentroMotion manufacturing capability list by site globally
• Updated risk assessment of current procured materials
• Commodity Coding Support for Analytics tool
• Other support tasks ask required

Requirements

• Student of Junior or Senior standing, working towards a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Ability to thrive and be part of a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, Power Point) required.
• Ability to effectively interact with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethics and time management experience.
• Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion and accuracy.
• Willing to be located onsite at CentroMotion Corporate in Pewaukee, WI.