MATERIAL CONTROL SPECIALIST I

Glock; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Glock is seeking a Material Control Specialist I in Smyrna, GA to support efficient material flow across warehouse and distribution operations. You will execute replenishment, coordinate material movements, and maintain location integrity while adhering to safety and quality standards.

The role requires 3+ years in logistics, familiarity with ERP/WMS (MS Dynamics AX/365), and operation of powered equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or inventory control.
• Familiarity with ISO quality management systems and OSHA/EPA safety regulations.
• Experience using ERP/WMS (MS Dynamics AX/365) and inventory management systems; proficiency in data entry.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Execute replenishment activities to support production, warehouse, and order fulfillment operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish pick locations from reserve storage locations.
• Coordinate material movements between storage, production, staging, and fulfillment areas.
• Support uninterrupted material flow by responding to replenishment requirements.
• Maintain organized storage locations and warehouse layouts; ensure proper identification of inventory.
• Perform inventory consolidation to improve storage utilisation and warehouse efficiency.
• Assist with slotting/re-slotting activities and maintain location integrity.
• Execute ERP/WMS transactions and report discrepancies in movement or storage locations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship Management

Ethical Practice

Critical Evaluation

Time Management

Conflict Resolution

Analytical Thinking

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP (MS Dynamics AX/365)

WMS & Inventory Systems

Data entry proficiency

Powered industrial truck endorsement

Job description

General Purpose:

The Material Control Specialist I is responsible for supporting efficient material flow throughout Glock's warehouse and distribution operations. This role executes material control activities including putaway, replenishment, consolidation, warehouse slotting and organization, and material movement coordination. The Material Control Specialist I ensures materials are properly stored, identified, and positioned to support production, inventory control, and order fulfillment requirements while maintaining location, integrity, and adherence to company standards.

Shift(s) Available:

• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties and Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned):

Material Flow & Replenishment

• Execute replenishment activities to support production, warehouse, and order fulfillment operations.
• Monitor inventory levels and replenish pick locations from reserve storage locations to support production and order fulfillment requirements.
• Coordinate material movements between storage, production, staging, and fulfillment areas.
• Support uninterrupted material flow by responding to operational replenishment requirements.

Warehouse Organization & Location Integrity

• Maintain organized storage locations and warehouse layouts.
• Ensure inventory is stored in designated locations and properly identified.
• Perform inventory consolidation activities to improve storage utilization and warehouse efficiency.
• Support warehouse organization efforts consistent with 5S and Lean principles.
• Support warehouse space optimization through proper storage practices, consolidation activities, and inventory organization.
• Assist with slotting and re-slotting activities as directed.
• Maintain physical and system location integrity.

ERP & Material Movement Control

• Execute ERP and warehouse management system transactions associated with material movements.
• Verify physical movements are accurately reflected within system records.
• Maintain license plate, location, and inventory identification accuracy.
• Identify and report discrepancies related to material movements or storage locations.

Safety & Compliance

• Adhere to OSHA, ISO, EPA, and company safety requirements.
• Operate material handling equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in warehouse optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve material flow, storage utilization, and operational efficiency.
• Support implementation of standardized warehouse processes.

Qualifications/Job Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, pre-skills, and/or abilities needed to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified employees or applicants with disabilities.

Competencies:

• Leadership
• Communication
• Relationship Management
• Ethical Practice
• Critical Evaluation
• Time Management
• Conflict Resolution
• Analytical Thinking
• Adaptability

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or inventory control.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO) and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Experience using ERP, WMS (Microsoft Dynamics AX and/or Microsoft Dynamics 365), and inventory management systems; proficiency in data entry.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment mandatory.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Powered industrial truck endorsement (Internally certified)
• Must successfully pass and maintain a Security Threat Assessment (STA) under TSA regulations

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified employees and applicants with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the responsibilities of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop and bend.

The employee is required to use fingers and hands to package parts. The employee is regularly required to lift and move boxes with an average weight of 40 lbs., but a maximum weight of 70 lbs. Personal safety protective equipment required. The employee is regularly required to push a cart with an average weight of 260 lbs.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the work environment primarily requires the employee to occasionally be exposed to filtered humidity and temperature-controlled air between 65ºF and 80ºF and sometimes outside weather conditions, which can include sunshine, rain, sleet, and snow, high or low temperature and humidity. Standing and walking back and forth from office to warehouses and other buildings. The employee is regularly required to work in an industrial setting and with computers and work regularly scheduled shifts within our hours of operation and may be asked to work overtime and weekends when needed for special programs or events.

GLOCK, INC., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions at GLOCK, INC., Inc. will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. GLOCK, INC., Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and parenting status), age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to a commitment to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, GLOCK, INC., Inc. has established an affirmative action program to promote opportunities for individuals in certain protected classes throughout GLOCK, INC., Inc.

GLOCK, INC., Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees to participate in the job application or interview process.

To request a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview for an open position, please send an email to our HR Team at [e-mail] with the following information:

• Your full name
• Your contact information
• A description of your accommodation request