Material Coordinator Lead

CompoSecure; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CompoSecure is seeking a hands-on Materials Control Lead to support production by allocating inventory to lines and staging areas. You will guide materials and warehouse teams, develop standard work, and drive cycle counts to safeguard accuracy and cost control.

You will analyze variances, propose process improvements, and coordinate receiving, storage, and shipping while minimizing shrink. Join a team focused on lean, value-stream improvements and reliable material flow.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Associate degree preferred; High School Education a must.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Task oriented, excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
• Proactive, adaptable, team oriented with strong problem-solving ability.
• High level of computer literacy including MS Office and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide functional guidance and daily support to materials and warehouse personnel.
• Assist in developing and implementing standard work processes for materials management.
• Lead cycle count program to ensure proper inventory usage and control; maintain daily, weekly and monthly counts.
• Analyze inventory transactions and variances.
• Suggest improvements to procedures to enhance inventory accuracy, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate receiving, storing, and shipping of merchandise and materials; protect inventory and reduce shrink.
• Issue production materials to meet production schedules.
• Identify and escalate handling and storage issues.
• Collaborate with supply chain management on lean warehouse/factory and value stream improvements.
• Provide backup support for other supply chain functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Team player

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree preferred

High School Diploma required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Position Overview

This hands-on lead position is responsible for supporting production by pulling and allocating material from inventory to lineside supermarkets and designated staging areas. This lead position will support the SCS and SCM in establishing standard work and goals for the Materials Management team. The MCL is ultimately responsible for maintaining a high level of inventory accuracy and integrity within the facilities.

• Provide functional guidance and daily support to materials and warehouse personnel.
• Assist in developing and implementing standard work processes for materials management.
• Lead cycle count program to ensure proper inventory usage and control. Ensure daily, weekly and monthly cycle counts are maintained.
• Analyze inventory transactions and variances.
• Provide ideas/insights to refine established procedures to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency, improve quality, and reduce cost.
• Coordinates the receiving, storing, and shipping of merchandise and materials. Handles and protects inventory property to avoid physical damage. Secures warehouse contents against shrink.
• Issues production materials, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.
• Identify and escalation as appropriate issues regarding the handling and storage of products.
• Work with supply chain management in the design of the "lean warehouse/factory" and the pursuit of value stream improvements.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide functional guidance and daily support to materials and warehouse personnel.
• Assist in developing and implementing standard work processes for materials management.
• Lead cycle count program to ensure proper inventory usage and control. Ensure daily, weekly and monthly cycle counts are maintained.
• Analyze inventory transactions and variances.
• Provide ideas/insights to refine established procedures to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency, improve quality, and reduce cost.
• Coordinates the receiving, storing, and shipping of merchandise and materials. Handles and protects inventory property to avoid physical damage. Secures warehouse contents against shrink.
• Issues production materials, either manufactured or purchased, to meet production schedules.
• Identify and escalation as appropriate issues regarding the handling and storage of products.
• Work with supply chain management in the design of the "lean warehouse/factory" and the pursuit of value stream improvements.

Other Important Responsibilities

• Timely Corrective Action response and resolution to relevant project situations
• Engage and support companywide Safety and Cleanliness programs
• Handle related email correspondence
• Provide backup support for other supply chain functions
• Will be required to perform other job functions, as assigned.

Required Skills And Competencies

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Education, Certifications; Associate degree preferred, High School Education a must.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Task oriented excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload.
• Enthusiastic attitude, cooperative team player, adaptable to new or changing circumstances, professional demeanor, sensitive to client needs, self-motivated, creative and innovative.
• Excellent problem-solving skills; and
• High level of computer literacy including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Outlook.

Physical Qualifications And Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sustain office work for 8+ hours per day including the following:
  • Sitting in an office chair
  • Typing
  • Reaching for the telephone
  • Standing at office equipment
  • Hearing for phone use
  • Sight for computer use
• Must be able to sustain factory work as needed including the following:
  • Standing at machinery
  • Reaching and pulling to operate machinery
  • Sight for machinery operation
  • Walking through shop
• Office environment is of moderate noise level.
• Shop noise levels are such that protective ear-coverings are recommended.

About CompoSecure

CompoSecure, a GPGI business (NYSE: GPGI), is the leading manufacturer of Premium Metal Payment Cards and also offers best-in-class Authentication and Digital Asset solutions. The Company's offerings combine elegance, simplicity, and security to deliver exceptional experiences and peace of mind, enabling trust for millions of people around the globe. For more information, please visit www.CompoSecure.com and www.GetArculus.com.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; FSA/HSA options; company-paid life and disability insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off (PTO) and holidays; annual bonus opportunities; an employee assistance program (EAP); and opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Additional details will be provided during the hiring process.

CompoSecure is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.