Material Controller

Alstom; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom in Atlanta is seeking a Material Controller to operate and improve Material Control within the site, ensuring materials are available to meet production needs. You will handle inbound/outbound shipments, cycle counts, and communicate with procurement and quality on discrepancies.

The role requires a High School diploma and forklift experience, with strong English reading/writing and basic IT skills to manage records and inventory details.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic English reading, writing and comprehension required.
• Experience in industrial/warehouse environment preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Physically handles materials and verifies inbound shipments against documentation.
• Loads/unloads materials and stores to designated locations.
• Issues materials to O&M technicians.
• Notifies procurement and quality of damaged or discrepant inbound counts.
• Performs cycle counts and resolves stock discrepancies.
• Maintains records for parts sent/received and ensures minimal stock.
• Prepares outbound shipments and coordinates carrier tracking.
• Escorts vendors/contractors in and out of the facility.
• Maintains knowledge of products and processes daily.

Skills

Verbal comprehension

Attention to detail

Communication

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma/GED

Basic English reading/writing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Job Title (Job Code): Material Controller

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To operate, maintain and continuously improve Material Control within the Atlanta SDC site. Ensuring that the business needs are met, and the materials are available in line with the operation needs. Ensure the Materials handling processes and procedures are met while following all the EHS regulations.

Main Responsibilities

Accountability

• Physically handles materials and compares the inbound shipment to the carriers and supplier’s documentation. Identifies materials and assigns the appropriate parts number and location for storage. Ensures that damaged materials are identified and processed for return to vendor(s) and notifies the appropriate departments.
• Physically handles both loading and unloading of materials and transfer to the assigned storage location.
• Issue materials to O&M technicians.
• Notifies procurement and quality of inbound receiving damage or count discrepancies.
• Handles cycle counts of inventory, identifying shortages and issues. Working with site personnel on correcting and reporting issues. Deal with any stock discrepancies or quality issues efficiently.
• Assist production personal in obtaining proper parts, while maintaining proper records on parts sent and received for repair. Will maintain consumable inventory and assure a minimal stock is always on hand.
• Prepares materials and required documentation for outbound shipments, including notification of carriers and tracking of the shipment.
• Escort vendors/contractors in and out of the facility. (May be required to pick up or deliver materials to customers or suppliers.)
• Maintain knowledge of products and processes in the day-to-day activities.

Measure and improvements

• Participate in improving the efficiency of Cycle Counting to reduce discrepancies.
• Ability to understand and solve complex problems and the ability to negotiate human relations issues involving direct reports and other employees and vendors.
• Project a positive attitude towards your workgroup to create a positive work environment.
• Ensure proper Documentation for all materials.
• Ensure all workplace programs (safety, tool control, etc.) are adhered to.
• Maintain knowledge of Material Control processes.

Educational Requirements

Mandatory

• High School diploma/GED
• Basic English reading, comprehension, writing and mathematics skills.

Desirable

• Industry knowledge

Experience

Mandatory

• Minimum 1 year experience in an industrial/warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of inventory control processes or systems.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and coordinate complex issues.
• Forklift experience
• Valid Driver’s License

Desirable

• At least 2 years’ experience working in an industrial environment
• Process oriented
• Demonstrated past success in leadership of people.
• Pro-active nature, willing to learn quickly and take new challenges.
• Health and Safety awareness in warehouse environments.

Competencies & Skills

• Verbal comprehension (Understand oral and written communications--both general and technical)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and demands, while providing consistent and accurate feedback to direct reports.
• Collaboration and team working
• Communication
• Concern for Quality & Accuracy
• Customer Service Orientation
• Attention to detail
• Self-motivated with ability to motivate others