Material Control Specialist

ECOPLASTIC AMERICA CORPORATION•Register, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Control Specialist develops and implements strategies for efficient material handling, storage, and transportation, and monitors inventory to reduce waste and costs. The role supports the KD assembly line by helping ensure timely assembly and delivery of auto parts, improving KD processes, and coordinating with engineering, production, and procurement teams. The position analyzes production capacity and demand, develops annual, monthly, and daily production plans, and collaborates daily to align plans with production targets. It sets up and uses the ERP system, records production information and performance, facilitates manufacturing-order closure, monitors inventory and warehousing, and conducts monthly inventory pay-off procedures. The role also tracks equipment downtime, coordinates maintenance, prepares shipping instructions, and oversees deliveries. This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position in Register, Georgia. The stated schedule is 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and may change based on production demands.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Supply Chain Management or Operations Management, is preferred but not mandated.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Proficiency using ERP systems for materials management.
Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies for efficient material handling, storage, and transportation.
Monitor inventory levels and implement controls to minimize waste and costs.
Support the KD assembly line to help ensure timely assembly and delivery of auto parts in line with production schedules.
Implement process improvements to enhance KD efficiency and reduce assembly time.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to streamline KD processes.
Identify opportunities to source materials more cost-effectively without compromising quality.
Work with procurement to establish relationships with reliable suppliers.
Analyze production capacity and demand to identify potential bottlenecks or constraints.
Develop strategies to optimize production resources and meet customer demands.
Create annual, monthly, and daily production plans based on annual orders and demand forecasts.
Set up the ERP system during the foundational stage of the business.
Record and monitor daily production performance in the ERP system.
Facilitate the closing of manufacturing orders and maintain accurate records.
Collaborate daily to align production plans with target production goals.
Monitor product warehousing costs and ensure proper storage and inventory control.
Register production information based on the Production Operation Plan (POP).
Track equipment downtime and implement strategies to minimize disruptions.
Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize their impact on production.
Prepare shipping instructions and oversee the delivery process.
Monitor daily inventory levels and report discrepancies.
Conduct monthly pay-off procedures to reconcile inventory.