Material Control Coordinator

Aston Carter; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Great benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Material Control Coordinator for a contract-to-hire role in Georgetown, KY. You will monitor daily inventory, process movements, generate reports, and coordinate with warehouses and vendors to maintain stock and accuracy.

The role requires hands-on experience in inventory management, data entry, and strong attention to detail. Training times are early hours with a fast-paced environment and opportunities for advancement within a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience in inventory control, production control, material planning, or warehouse management.
• Experience with inventory control and material planning in a warehouse or production environment.
• Ability to perform data entry and prepare basic reports accurately and efficiently.
• Comfort using a computer and basic software, including Excel, email, and internal systems.
• Ability to perform basic math and work comfortably with numbers.
• Strong communication skills to interact with internal teams and vendors.
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

Responsibilities

• Track and update daily inventory levels and material usage to support accurate production planning.
• Run basic daily and monthly reports related to inventory, production, and material control.
• Process material movements, including trip and receive transactions, to keep systems and records up to date.
• Print and prepare pick slips for warehouse teams to support timely material picking and shipping.
• Update production and sales reports to reflect current activity and material status.
• Communicate with internal teams and external vendors as needed to resolve material or inventory issues.
• Create purchase orders when required to maintain appropriate stock levels and support ongoing operations.
• Order supplies, safety gear, and signage to ensure teams have the materials and equipment they need.
• Help coordinate meetings, events, or team needs related to material control and production activities.
• Remain available on-call when urgent material or inventory issues arise and require prompt attention.
• Use RF scan guns and labeling processes to support accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory control.
• Support warehouse management, shipping and receiving activities, and production control processes as needed.

Skills

Inventory control

Material planning

Data entry

Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Shipping/receiving

Fast-paced environment

Education

Two-year degree

Tools

RF scan guns

Job description

Job Title: Material Control CoordinatorJob Description

The Material Control Coordinator supports daily production and inventory activities by tracking materials, processing inventory movements, and preparing reports to keep operations running smoothly. This role works closely with warehouse, production, and other internal teams, as well as vendors, to ensure materials are available when needed and inventory records remain accurate.

Responsibilities

• Track and update daily inventory levels and material usage to support accurate production planning.

• Run basic daily and monthly reports related to inventory, production, and material control.

• Process material movements, including trip and receive transactions, to keep systems and records up to date.

• Print and prepare pick slips for warehouse teams to support timely material picking and shipping.

• Update production and sales reports to reflect current activity and material status.

• Communicate with internal teams and external vendors as needed to resolve material or inventory issues.

• Create purchase orders when required to maintain appropriate stock levels and support ongoing operations.

• Order supplies, safety gear, and signage to ensure teams have the materials and equipment they need.

• Help coordinate meetings, events, or team needs related to material control and production activities.

• Remain available on-call when urgent material or inventory issues arise and require prompt attention.

• Use RF scan guns and labeling processes to support accurate shipping, receiving, and inventory control.

• Support warehouse management, shipping and receiving activities, and production control processes as needed.

Essential Skills

• 12 years of related experience in inventory control, production control, material planning, or warehouse management, or a two-year degree.

• Experience with inventory control and material planning in a warehouse or production environment.

• Ability to perform data entry and prepare basic reports accurately and efficiently.

• Comfort using a computer and basic software, including Excel, email, and internal systems.

• Ability to perform basic math and work comfortably with numbers.

• Strong communication skills to interact with internal teams and vendors.

• Good organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes and documentation.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with planning and scheduling in a production or warehouse setting.

• Background in warehouse management and material handling processes.

• Hands‑on experience using RF scan guns for inventory and material tracking.

• Experience with labeling and documentation for shipping, receiving, and inventory control.

• Exposure to production reporting and sales reporting tools or systems.

• Interest in growing within material control, inventory management, or production support roles.

• Motivation to take advantage of opportunities for advancement in a supportive team environment.

Work Environment

This role operates in a combined office and manufacturing setting within a warehouse and plant environment. Training hours are Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. or 6:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. for approximately two weeks, depending on how quickly you learn the role. Regular shift hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. The environment is fast‑paced and hands‑on, involving regular interaction with warehouse, production, and plant areas. Safety equipment is required when walking in the plant, and adherence to all safety procedures is expected. The organization offers a competitive hourly wage, great benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a supportive team culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Georgetown, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 – $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] ( [e-mail]) for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.