Material Controller

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Materials Controller based in Huntsville, AL to manage receiving, storage, and kit assembly activities supporting project logistics. You will operate forklifts, process goods receipts, maintain an organized stockroom, and prepare shipments with carriers, while using Costpoint for pick lists and inventory reconciliation.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and collaboration with internal and external teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.

Qualifications

• U.S citizenship required.
• High School Diploma with 1–5 years related experience in inventory, shipping/receiving.
• Strong computer skills; experience with online database entry and lookup.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Costpoint.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and detail-oriented skills.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely to support project logistics.
• Receive materials and process goods receipts for traceability and compliance.
• Maintain an organized, safe stockroom to support efficiency.
• Prepare shipments with UPS, FedEx, and freight carriers with proper documentation.
• Assemble kits from Costpoint pick lists (PCBs, cables, instruments).
• Contribute to inventory reconciliation to maintain accuracy.
• Provide logistics support to ensure timely delivery of packages.

Skills

Inventory database software

Shipping/receiving

Microsoft Office

Costpoint

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Office equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Costpoint

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking a Materials Controller based out of Huntsville, AL!

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently to support project logistics.
• Receive materials and process goods receipts to maintain full material traceability and compliance with corporate and customer requirements.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant receiving and stockroom environment to support operational efficiency.
• Participate in material packaging and shipments through UPS, FedEx, and freight carriers, preparing compliant documentation and shipping labels.
• Assemble kits utilizing Costpoint generated pick lists. Assemblies range from PCBs, cables, to electronic test instruments.
• Contribute to inventory reconciliation events to maintain accuracy and traceability of inventory.
• Perform logistics support for the team as requested to ensure timely delivery of packages.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S citizenship
• High School Diploma and 1-5 years related work experience, to include experience with inventory database software and shipping/receiving.
• Solid computer skills with experience performing online database entry, update, and lookup activities.
• Ability to operate related office equipment and personal computer software packages to include Microsoft Office and Costpoint.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and effective communication.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Work well with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of attention to detail and organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Costpoint or other ERP systems.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range $35,750.00 - $64,625.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.