Material Control Specialist II

Job Description

The Material Control Specialist II 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

• Maintains 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 semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors or inventory managers.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Minimum of 1 – 2 years of related functional experience (i.e.- previous stockroom/inventory) or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• A High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 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.
• 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.
• Able 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).

Clearance Level

No Clearance

Salary Range

The Salary Range For This Role Is $22 - $33

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits. We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

About AV

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

ITAR U.S. Citizenship required