Inventory Lead — Production Readiness & Material Flow

Castelion Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Job summary

Castelion Corporation in Torrance, CA is seeking an Inventory Lead to manage daily inventory operations across physical and ERP systems, ensuring accuracy, proper storage, and timely availability to support production schedules.

You will direct Inventory Specialists, coordinate with Purchasing, Production, and Quality, and drive continuous improvement through 5S and cycle counts. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring clear communication and accountability to keep materials flowing.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in material management, inventory control, or related fields.
• Experience directing inventory or warehouse staff.
• Experience using ERP systems in manufacturing environments.
• Strong Excel skills and data analysis ability.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily inventory, receiving, shipping, storage, kitting, and material handling.
• Assign work, set priorities, and adjust activities to production needs.
• Be the primary contact for inventory and material-flow issues during shifts.
• Track, receive, inspect, and document inbound inventory per procedures.
• Coordinate shipping, packaging, labeling, and documentation of outbound materials.
• Maintain alignment between physical stock and ERP records.
• Own cycle count program, from planning to reconciliation.
• Conduct regular physical inventories and audits for accuracy.
• Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Review transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Production, Supply Chain, Quality, and Engineering to resolve variances.
• Support daily production kitting and ensure materials on the floor.
• Coordinate material staging, replenishment, and movement to support priorities.
• Optimize storage locations for space and accuracy.
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and control per policies and export-control rules.
• Train and coach Inventory Specialists on procedures and safety.
• Provide shift-start planning, updates, and end-of-shift handoffs.
• Help develop standard work and operational metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement in accuracy, efficiency, and data integrity.
• Promote organized, audit-ready work areas with 5S practices.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as required.
• Support other Materials and Supply Chain activities as priorities require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Material Mgmt

Inventory Control

Manufacturing Ops

Warehouse Ops

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Castelion Corporation in Torrance, CA is seeking an Inventory Lead to manage daily inventory operations across physical and ERP systems, ensuring accuracy, proper storage, and timely availability to support production schedules.

You will direct Inventory Specialists, coordinate with Purchasing, Production, and Quality, and drive continuous improvement through 5S and cycle counts. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring clear communication and accountability to keep materials flowing.