Materials Lead

Saronic; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

80% dependent premium coverage

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch and unlimited snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies in Austin, TX is seeking a Materials Lead to guide daily materials operations, ensure accuracy in receiving, movement, and inventory, and partner with the Materials Supervisor to drive continuous improvement across workflows.

You will train team members on standard work and safety, audit processes for compliance, and support cycle counts and inventory audits while maintaining inventory integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assign kits and monitor task completion to support production schedules and ensure material availability
• Support and guide receiving operations, ensuring accurate documentation, labeling, and system transactions
• Oversee and audit material movement to maintain proper handling, storage, and traceability
• Train and coach team members on standard work, safety practices, and material handling procedures
• Audit receiving, inventory, and material flow processes to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities
• Perform and assist with cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accuracy and accountability
• Investigate and help resolve inventory discrepancies related to receiving, movement, or system transactions
• Partner with the Supervisor on planning and executing continuous improvement initiatives focused on materials, inventory, accuracy, and workflow efficiency

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

The Materials Lead supports daily materials operations by setting a strong example, guiding team members, and ensuring all receiving, material movement, and inventory activities are completed accurately, safely, and on schedule. This role partners closely with the Materials Supervisor to maintain inventory integrity, uphold process compliance, and drive continuous improvement across materials workflows.

Responsibilities

• Assign kits and monitor task completion to support production schedules and ensure material availability

• Support and guide receiving operations, ensuring accurate documentation, labeling, and system transactions

• Oversee and audit material movement to maintain proper handling, storage, and traceability

• Train and coach team members on standard work, safety practices, and material handling procedures

• Audit receiving, inventory, and material flow processes to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities

• Perform and assist with cycle counts and inventory audits to maintain accuracy and accountability

• Investigate and help resolve inventory discrepancies related to receiving, movement, or system transactions

• Partner with the Supervisor on planning and executing continuous improvement initiatives focused on materials, inventory, accuracy, and workflow efficiency

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan

• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

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