Material Specialist

Corning•Phoenix, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Specialist will play an essential role in ensuring accurate planning, procurement and flow of materials to support solar manufacturing operation. This position is responsible for maintaining efficient inventory levels, preventing shortages or obsolescence, and aligning material supply with production needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, along with a basis understanding of photovoltaics and logistics. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and organizational skills, along with basic understanding of photovoltaics and logistics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in logistics management, accounting or economics are preferred.
Basic understanding of photovoltaics and logistics.
Experience: 1- 3 years in a manufacturing, production, or similar environment.
Proficient in office software
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Positive working attitude
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Familiar with the daily workflow of the quality department

Nice To Haves

>5 years’ experience working in the solar energy industry, particularly with solar modules or photovoltaic systems.
Familiarity with solar module manufacturing processes, performance testing, and quality standards.
Knowledge of U.S. energy regulations and compliance requirements for solar technologies.
Certifications in solar energy technologies or project management (e.g., NABCEP, PMP).
International & multi-culture communication & coordination ability
Strong ownership of achieving plant goals
Creative and with strong continuous improvement work
Excellent presentation and reporting skill
Ability to change the thinking of others to establish long-term behaviors, norms, culture

Responsibilities

Develop material demand plans based on production schedules, order reviews, raw material inventory, supplier delivery timelines, and material usage proportions
Submit purchase requisition lists to procurement with 100% accuracy to support production timelines
Adjust material demand plans promptly to reflect changes in production schedules, actual delivery performance, and procurement progress
Monitor material arrivals and address abnormal usage issues to ensure continuous production flow
Track and analyze inventory data, including inbound, outbound and stock levels
Maintain idle raw material value and ensure material turnover
Prevent shortages, obsolescence or stockpiling of materials to align inventory with production needs
Generate and transmit work order material lists with 100% accuracy, ensuring compliance with inventory availability and production requirements
Collaborate to address material related challenges, including obsolete or defective materials caused by order changes, quality issues, or delivery anomalies
Align inventory management strategies with market price trends to minimize risks of obsolescence and overstocking

Benefits

Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
Company matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan of up to 4% of pay when you contribute at least 6% of pay.
Medical, dental, vision
Paid parental leave
Family building support
Fitness
Company-paid life insurance
Disability
Disease management programs
Paid time off
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)