MATERIAL CONTROL LEAD

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: MATERIAL CONTROL LEAD

DEPARTMENT: MATERIAL CONTROL

REPORTS TO: MATERIAL CONTROL MANAGER

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

LOCATION: BLACKSTONE, VA

Job Summary:

The Material Control Lead supports material control activities at the assigned site and serves as the primary on-site point of contact for day-to-day material flow. This role helps ensure the accurate receipt, storage, movement, issuance, and shipment of materials needed to support operations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day material control activities at the assigned location.
Coordinate receiving, storage, inventory movement, material issuance, and shipping support.
Prioritize daily tasks for site material control personnel based on business and operational needs.
Verify incoming materials against packing slips, purchase orders, transfer documents, and system records.
Complete and/or ensure timely inventory transactions in the ERP/MRP system, including receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments.
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and issue follow-up.
Stage and issue materials to support production, operations, maintenance, and other internal customers.
Maintain organized stockroom and storage areas to support traceability, accessibility, and control.
Identify shortages, discrepancies, and material handling issues and elevate them as needed.
Support compliance with internal procedures for labeling, identification, storage, and material handling.
Coordinate with Procurement, Production, Quality, Engineering, and other teams to resolve material issues and support workflow.
Assist with reporting, inventory reviews, and process improvement efforts.
Train and support site personnel on standard material control practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
5+ years of experience in material control, inventory, warehouse, stockroom, logistics, or supply chain support.
Prior experience in a lead role or providing day-to-day work direction preferred.
Working knowledge of inventory control and material transaction processes.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems for material tracking and inventory transactions.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook.
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Must be willing to train for and perform forklift operation.
Recurring FOD training and awareness, upon hire and annually
Recurring counterfeit prevention training and awareness, upon hire and annually

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated environment preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office. Experience with QuickBooks and MRP/ERP systems is a plus.
Possess the willingness to learn, improve and adapt in a quick pace environment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.

The salary range for this position is $50,000.00 to $75,000.00. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education and training, job-related knowledge and skills, the scope and level of responsibility of the position, internal equity, and spanet/business considerations. The listed range is a general guideline and may vary based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and work location, where applicable.

Job Ident #: 1264

Company Details

Platform Aerospace

43960 Airport View Dr.
Hollywood, Maryland 20636 USA
platformaerospace.com/

Platform Aerospace is the industry leader in rapid aircraft and UAV modification and system integration through our world-class engineering, design, analysis and fabrication teams. We take your project from the laboratory to fully functional in the a...

Benefits:
Benefits: Platform Aerospace provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the success of our people and our company. Platform Aerospace's benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family Health insurance coverage Life and disability insurance Partial 401(k) match Paid vacation and holiday Educational Assistance Flexible work schedule

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Job Info

Location

Blackstone, Virginia, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Platform Aerospace

43960 Airport View Dr.
Hollywood, Maryland 20636 USA
platformaerospace.com/