Material Control Specialist III Lead, Second Shift

Worker Type

Contractor

Job Description

 

This role is designed for second shift.

Summary

The Material Control Specialist III, Lead is responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels to support production and operational efficiency while adhering to company policies and procedures. This role involves tracking, analyzing, and reconciling inventory records to ensure accuracy and availability. The Material Control Specialist collaborates with procurement, production, and warehouse teams to optimize inventory flow and minimize discrepancies.

Position Responsibilities

• Monitors inventory levels and ensures materials are available to meet production and operational needs.
• Receives and counts stock items, and records data using computerized system.
• Packs and unpacks items to be stocked on shelves in stockroom in an orderly and accessible manner.
• Conducts cycle counts and physical inventory audits to reconcile stock discrepancies.
• Investigates and resolves inventory variances by working closely with procurement, warehouse, and production teams.
• Issues or distributes materials, products, parts, and supplies to customers or coworkers, based on information from incoming requisitions.
• Maintains accurate inventory records in the ERP/MRP system, ensuring data integrity.
• Depending on warehouse, some positions may also be responsible for packaging and shipping (domestic and international -- to include small package, large freight, dangerous goods, and sensitive items).
• Collaborates with suppliers and internal stakeholders to track incoming shipments and expedite critical materials when necessary.
• Assists in implementing inventory control policies, procedures and process improvements to enhance inventory efficiency and reduce waste.
• Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors or inventory managers.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of related functional experience (i.e.- previous stockroom/inventory) or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Foundational knowledge of inventory management principles and warehouse operations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems for inventory tracking and control.
• Demonstrated computer skills and proficiency using office software and/or computerized inventory control system.
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required in order to drive company vehicles.
• Consistently demonstrates strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal & written) and attention to detail.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.
• Demonstrates teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• APICS Certification (CPIM) or equivalent is desirable but not required.
• Experience using Oracle ERP or a similar system is preferred.
• Forklift experience desirable but not required.
• Prior Hazmat shipping experience (lithium-ion or equivalent) is desired.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe material handling practices and the safe handling of electro-static sensitive components (ESD) is desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration across departments.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset.

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and warehouse/manufacturing environment (Constant).
• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer/mobile device and handle inventory (Constant).
• May operate dolly, pallet jack and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment (Occasional).
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and objects of varying sizes and shapes (Occasional).

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