Materials Lead

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the coordination, receipt, storage, handling, and movement of raw materials, purchased parts, and production supplies.
• Ensure production teams have the materials required to meet daily and scheduled production demands.
• Maintain accurate inventory transactions and assist in monitoring inventory levels.
• Support inventory control processes including cycle counts and discrepancy resolution.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and month-end inventory activities as needed.
• Follow and reinforce company standard operating procedures related to materials handling and safety.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support to Material Handlers and Stock Clerks.
• Help ensure team members follow safety practices and department procedures.
• Cook up daily tasks and workflow to support production schedules.
• Aid in onboarding and training new team members on equipment, systems, and processes.
• Communicate with supervisors and cross-functional teams to resolve material issues quickly.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in materials handling, warehouse operations, or inventory control.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Highly Desired

• Previous lead or senior materials handler experience.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Sage X3.
• Forklift certification or experience operating warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in supply chain, logistics, or related field.