Material Control Specialist III

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

5d•$25 - $39

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 availability, and collaborates with procurement, production, warehouse teams, suppliers, and other internal stakeholders to optimize inventory flow and minimize discrepancies. The position performs inventory control and stockroom activities, including receiving, counting, recording, storing, issuing, and distributing materials. It maintains accurate inventory data in ERP/MRP systems, conducts cycle counts and physical inventory audits, and investigates and resolves variances. Depending on the warehouse, responsibilities may also include packaging and shipping domestic and international shipments, including freight, dangerous goods, and sensitive items. The role contributes to inventory-control procedures and process improvements, and handles moderately difficult assignments requiring judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. Travel within the continental United States may be required. The role has access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR export-control requirements. The listed salary range is $25–$39; the posting does not specify the pay period. AV offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.

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 Microsoft 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, verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail.
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
U.S. citizen.
Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance.
Ability to travel within the continental United States if required.

Nice To Haves

APICS Certification (CPIM) or equivalent.
Experience using Oracle ERP or a similar system.
Forklift experience.
Prior hazardous-material shipping experience, such as lithium-ion or equivalent.
Knowledge of safe material-handling practices and handling electrostatic-sensitive components (ESD).
Ability 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.
Initiative, accountability, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Monitor inventory levels to ensure materials are available for production and operational needs.
Receive and count stock items and record data using a computerized system.
Pack and unpack items for orderly and accessible storage in the stockroom.
Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits to reconcile discrepancies.
Investigate and resolve inventory variances 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 items, 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 issues or make recommendations on moderately difficult assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or inventory managers.