Material Control Specialist III

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

About The Position

The Material Control Specialist III maintains optimal inventory levels to support production and operational efficiency while following company policies and procedures. The role tracks, analyzes, and reconciles inventory records to ensure accuracy and material availability, collaborating with procurement, production, warehouse teams, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders to optimize inventory flow and minimize discrepancies. The position receives, counts, records, stores, issues, and distributes inventory, and maintains accurate records in ERP/MRP systems. It conducts cycle counts and physical inventory audits, investigates variances, and contributes to inventory-control process improvements. Depending on the warehouse, responsibilities may also include packaging and shipping domestic and international shipments, including dangerous goods and sensitive items. Assignments are moderately difficult and require judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations. The work takes place in office and warehouse/manufacturing environments. The role may involve operating material-handling equipment, lifting items up to 60 pounds, and driving company vehicles. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have, or be able to obtain, a DoD security clearance. The position involves access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two to five years of related functional experience, such as stockroom or inventory experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Foundational knowledge of inventory management principles and warehouse operations.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Experience with MRP/ERP systems for inventory tracking and control.
Computer skills and proficiency with office software and/or computerized inventory-control systems.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record to operate company vehicles.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to take ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
U.S. citizenship.
Have or be able to obtain a DoD security clearance.
Ability to work in office and warehouse/manufacturing environments.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer/mobile device and handle inventory.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and objects of varying sizes and shapes.

Nice To Haves

APICS Certification (CPIM) or equivalent.
Experience using Oracle ERP or a similar system.
Forklift experience.
Prior hazardous-materials shipping experience, such as lithium-ion or equivalent.
Knowledge of safe material-handling practices and safe handling of electro-static sensitive components (ESD).
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 cross-departmental collaboration.
Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Initiative, accountability, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Monitor inventory levels and ensure materials are available to meet production and operational needs.
Receive and count stock items and record data using a computerized system.
Pack and unpack items for orderly, accessible stockroom storage.
Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits to reconcile stock discrepancies.
Investigate and resolve inventory variances in collaboration with procurement, warehouse, and production teams.
Issue or distribute materials, products, parts, and supplies based on incoming requisitions.
Maintain accurate inventory records and data integrity in ERP/MRP systems.
Depending on the warehouse, package and ship domestic and international goods, including small packages, large freight, dangerous goods, and sensitive items.
Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to track incoming shipments and expedite critical materials when necessary.
Assist with implementing inventory-control policies, procedures, and process improvements to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Use judgment to resolve moderately difficult work issues or make recommendations.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or inventory managers.