Material Control Coordinator II

General Atomics; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 48,905,000 - 72,772,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Tupelo, MS is seeking a motivated Material Control Coordinator to manage incoming materials through inspection, stockroom, and production. The role focuses on inventory traceability, coordination with multiple departments, and timely shipment support to production lines.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with 2+ years in material control, SAP familiarity, forklift experience, and strong organizational skills to maintain stock

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of experience in production/material control.
• Must understand material control concepts and standards and apply them using stockroom procedures and record keeping.
• Must be customer focused and able to identify deviations, analyze issues and interpret data.
• Power Equipment and Forklift experience desired; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and monitors inventory and work orders; ensures traceability of material and/or parts.
• Coordinates with departments to support materials requirements.
• Monitors and restocks inventory on the shop floor to maintain proper levels.
• Updates daily movement of parts and communicates back-order information to stakeholders.
• Delivers materials to designated production areas and reviews material requisitions for proper allocation.
• Counts inventory, identifies shortages or discrepancies, and investigates variances.

Skills

Inventory management

Shipping/receiving

Material control

SAP experience

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

56771BR

Job Summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Material Control Coordinator to join our Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) Group located in Tupelo, MS!

Under general supervision with detailed instruction on new assignments, this position is responsible for performing manual and clerical duties involved in coordinating incoming materials through inspection, stockroom and production. Following established practices and procedures, performs a combination of tasks which may include loading and unloading, counting, weighing, and conveying materials, recording information and tracking, logging and verifying orders from numerous sources and departments. Coordinates outbound shipment of products. Works closely with planners and expeditors to assist with work orders, schedules, follow-up, non-conformance reworks and returns to ensure parts are delivered in a timely manner. Fills orders and issues parts from stock. Requisitions stock and prepares stock use reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and monitors inventory and work orders. Ensures traceability of material and/or parts.




• Coordinates with various departments to support department materials requirements.




• Monitors and restocks inventory levels housed on shop floor to ensure appropriate levels.




• Updates daily movement of parts providing information to appropriate personnel regarding back order of critical scheduled material.




• Delivers materials as required for designated production areas.




• Reviews material requisitions issued to the stockroom to ensure material is properly allocated.




• Conducts physical inventory counts. Identifies, reports, and investigates inventory shortages, overages or discrepancies on the shop floor.




• Examines items received. Verifies conformance to quality clauses and receiving procedures.




• Transfers vendor shipper paperwork upon receipt of goods or after appropriate approval of parts. Ensures damages or excess goods are processed through quality assurance and/or materials supervisor.




• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.




• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.




• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.




• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of experience in production/material control.




• Must have a good understanding of material control concepts and standards, and must have experience applying those concepts and standards using stockroom procedures and record keeping practices.




• Must be customer focused and possess the ability to identify deviations from normal processes and procedures, analyze issues and interpret data.




• Power Equipment and Forklift experience desired.




• SAP experience is a plus.




• Good organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit.




• The ability to respond to routine and non-routine issues or situations.




• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal employees and to accurately document and report information.




• Knowledge of computer operations and applications and word processing and spreadsheets.




• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance is desired.

Job Category

Material and Production Control

Experience Level

Entry‑Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low

35,500

Pay Range High

52,825

Travel Percentage Required

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?

No

US Citizenship Required?

Yes

Clearance Required?

Desired

Clearance Level

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.