Material Control Operator

About the role

T1 Energy is hiring a Material Control Operator to support the smooth and efficient flow of materials across our solar module manufacturing facility. This role is critical to production success, ensuring material availability, proper inventory control, and timely coordination with purchasing, logistics, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material demand schedules based on production plans and order requirements.
• Generate purchase requisitions to support ongoing production while maintaining optimal inventory levels and minimizing excess or obsolete materials.
• Track and monitor incoming material shipments and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery, cost alignment, and inventory targets.
• Conduct regular cycle counts, receiving materials, and issuing activities to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Identify and proactively resolve material shortages, overstock issues, and potential disruptions to production.
• Collaborate with warehouse and production teams to ensure clear communication of material availability.
• Support inventory control measures, reporting, and system updates using ERP/warehouse management tools.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Materials Supervisor or Warehouse Manager.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred; relevant work experience in material handling, warehouse logistics, or inventory control is strongly considered.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or supply chain environment preferred (solar or electronics manufacturing is a plus).
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to coordinate across multiple departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
• Forklift and/or Electric Pallet Jack Certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Who You Are

• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to coordinate across multiple departments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, shift-based environment.
• Forklift and/or Electric Pallet Jack Certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.