Materials Lead

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous PTO and Holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) plan

Stock options

Free lunch and unlimited snacks

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Materials Lead to oversee daily materials operations and ensure compliance in inventory practices. Responsibilities include guiding team members, auditing material movement, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience in materials management and skills in training others. The position is based in Austin, Texas, offering competitive benefits and salary, along with a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials operations or inventory management.
• Skill in training team members on procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assign kits and monitor task completion to support production.
• Oversee material handling, storage, and traceability.
• Audit inventory processes to ensure compliance.

Skills

Team guidance

Inventory management

Process compliance

Continuous improvement

Training and coaching

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.

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

Notice

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.