Materials Manager

RK Industries
United States, Colorado, Denver
3800 Xanthia Street (Show on map)
Feb 13, 2026
Description Step into a critical role that keeps production moving. As a Materials Manager, you'll oversee the flow, storage, and staging of materials and equipment to ensure a smooth, efficient shop operation. You'll implement standardized processes, apply lean principles, and collaborate closely with production teams to minimize downtime, improve inventory accuracy, and support on-time delivery. If you're organized, process-driven, and enjoy optimizing logistics in a hands-on manufacturing environment, this role offers a direct impact on operational success. Self.Made. at RK At RK, Self. Made. isn't a tagline, it's how work gets done. People here build more than projects; they build capability, confidence, and careers they can be proud of. With so much work designed and fabricated in-house, ideas move quickly from concept to shop floor to job site. Teams collaborate across disciplines, solve real-world challenges, and grow through hands-on work that truly matters RK Company Overview RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader Position Summary Oversee, support, and lead activities related to material organization, material flow and logistics in a shop environment. The main objective of this role is to implement, standardize and administer critical processes that ensure the smooth and efficient operation of a production process. This role supports and manages activities that involve the systematic movement, storage, and preparation of components and materials required for production. The goal is to minimize downtime, reduce waste, and maintain a continuous flow of parts to each workstation. Role Responsibilities Manage and lead material handlers who are responsible for material put away, organization, and kitting. Provide leadership for the inspection of all incoming materials. Verified for quality and quantity before being introduced into the production environment. Organize materials and store materials in designated areas using methods that optimize space and accessibility per materials handling and storage program. Provide inventory control and rotate materials by purchase order and production project using FIFO. Stage components pre-positioned near the assembly line in the correct sequence and quantities required for each production cycle. Lead the material flow and delivery from storage to staging areas and then to the assembly line using appropriate handling equipment (e.g., carts, conveyors, forklifts). Incorporate lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency. Utilize ergonomic considerations to ensure that materials are positioned to minimize strain and enhance worker safety. Work in a collaborative environment to improve production efficiency and reduced downtime. Strive to enhanced inventory accuracy and control. Help manage vendors and suppliers to lower risk of material shortages or excess. Monitor and maintain compliance with corporate and project safety program requirements. Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and promote a safe work environment. Develop daily task/job lists, set appropriate expectations, and ensure tasks and jobs are completed. Qualifications Background in materials procurement and/or inventory management with 1-3 years of experience. Good understanding of mechanical materials including equipment, pipe, valves, fittings, etc. Strong computer skills with ability to learn new software. Operate computer to input and retrieve data. Show proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Coordinate own tasks with a specific range of responsibilities. Minimum Physical Requirements Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch Work in all types of weather Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools. Ability to lift, move heavy objects What Sets RK Industries Apart Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law