Stockroom Lead

Altek Electronics, Inc.; Torrington, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Critical Illness

401k with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Altek Electronics, Inc. in Torrington, CT is seeking a Stockroom Lead to supervise daily warehouse operations and support production scheduling. You will lead a hands-on team, manage receiving, stocking, picking and shipping, and ensure inventory accuracy and timely material flow.

Ideal candidates have stockroom leadership experience, ERP familiarity (Epicor preferred), and strong Excel skills. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to drive continuous improvement in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in stockroom/warehouse operations with supervisory responsibilities.
• Exposure to ERP systems and inventory control processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily stockroom and warehouse activities as a hands-on supervisor.
• Oversee receiving, stocking, picking, issuing, staging, shipping and material movement.
• Coordinate with Planning, Purchasing and Production to meet schedules and resolve shortages.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and perform cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Train and coach stockroom staff; enforce safety and 6S standards.

Skills

ERP systems

Epicor

Stockroom operations

Cycle counting

OSHA compliance

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot)

Leadership

Inventory control

Material flow

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Full Time Administrative Torrington, CT, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1684

Salary Range: $24.30 To $29.70 Hourly

Altek Electronics, a Cyient DLM company is a trusted source of electronic manufacturing services since 1972. We are a comprehensive contract manufacturer serving a broad range of industries. We work with industry leaders supporting a complete product life cycle, from prototype through production and end of life. As a solutions provider with expertise in PCB layout and design, PCB assembly, and upper-level chassis, control panels, and cable & harness assembly, we manufacture products using LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. We use open communication to fulfill our mission of “Value through the eyes of the customer.” Delivering quality products on-time, Altek is certified to AS9100D, our operators are certified to IPC-610, IPC-620 and J-STD, we are ITAR compliant.

Position Summary

The Stockroom Lead is a working, hands-on supervisor responsible for leading the daily activities of both the stockroom and warehouse while actively participating in department operations. This role maintains accurate inventory control, organizes and directs stockroom and warehouse workflow, and ensures materials and parts are received, stored, picked, issued, staged, and delivered to the production floor in time to support the manufacturing schedule. The Stockroom Lead oversees stockroom and warehouse personnel and works closely with Planning, Purchasing, Production, and other departments to address shortages, resolve inventory discrepancies, prioritize material needs, coordinate inbound and outbound material flow, and keep work moving according to schedule. The successful individual leads by example, works alongside the team, and remains accountable for stockroom accuracy, responsiveness, safety, and 6S.

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside stockroom and warehouse employees as a hands-on, working supervisor, providing daily leadership while directly supporting receiving, stocking, picking, issuing, staging, shipping, material movement, and related departmental activities.
• Supervise daily warehouse operations, including receiving, inspection handoff, put-away, storage, staging, shipping, and movement of materials, while ensuring transactions and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Plan, assign, prioritize, and follow up on daily stockroom and warehouse work to ensure parts and materials are received, processed, stored, staged, and delivered to the production floor in accordance with manufacturing schedules and changing production priorities.
• Monitor material requirements, shortages, kit status, and stockroom queues; communicate risks promptly and coordinate with Planning, Purchasing, Production, and other departments to prevent avoidable schedule delays.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through disciplined receiving, labeling, location control, material transactions, cycle counting, physical inventory, reconciliation, and timely correction of discrepancies.
• Investigate inventory variances, missing parts, incorrect quantities, and transaction errors; identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure kits and material requests are complete, accurate, properly documented, and staged or delivered to the correct production area when needed.
• Train, schedule, direct, and support stockroom and warehouse personnel; set clear expectations, monitor workflow, and provide immediate coaching on procedures, quality, safety, accuracy, and productivity.
• Maintain orderly, secure, and efficient stockroom and warehouse areas using appropriate receiving, shipping, material handling, inventory control, traceability, FIFO, ESD, and other applicable requirements.
• Use the ERP system and supporting inventory tools to review demand, process transactions, track material movement, analyze shortages, and produce accurate inventory and audit reports.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying workflow bottlenecks, improving material flow, reducing waste and loss, and strengthening stockroom procedures and controls.
• Actively participate in quality initiatives, problem solving, process improvement, and performance measurement.
• Understand and follow company policies, manufacturing procedures, safety requirements, and 6S standards; ensure the stockroom team follows the same requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support stockroom, warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, and production needs.

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) systems, experience with Epicor preferred.
• Strong understanding of stockroom and warehouse operations, receiving, shipping, inventory control, material flow, production scheduling support, replenishment, and methods such as FIFO and JIT.
• Thorough knowledge of cycle counting procedures, physical inventory reconciliation, and root-cause analysis for variances.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations, material handling safety practices, and general warehouse compliance standards.
• Ability to manipulate and interpret spreadsheet data (primarily Advanced Excel, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables) to track turnover rates and spot trends.
• Proven ability to serve as a working supervisor who can lead, train, delegate, schedule, and work alongside stockroom and warehouse employees to meet daily material and shipping requirements.
• Strong capability to investigate discrepancies, locate missing stock, correct transaction errors, resolve workflow bottlenecks, and respond quickly to production material needs.
• Exceptional attention to detail in maintaining accurate ERP records, inventory transactions, part locations, traceability, and physical stockroom organization.
• Ability to quickly perform calculations regarding stock counts, weight limits, volume capacities, and cost variations.
• Ability to communicate inventory variances, material shortages, priorities, and schedule risks clearly to management, production personnel, and stockroom employees.
• Ability to adjust priorities and direct hands-on support during schedule changes, shortages, urgent production needs, supply disruptions, or system issues.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma / Ged or equivalent work experience in a related area. Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
• Previous hands-on stockroom, warehouse, receiving, shipping, material handling, or inventory control experience, including supervisory or lead responsibilities.

Working Conditions

• Ability to stand, walk, and work in a warehouse environment for long periods, including lifting or moving items when necessary.
• Lifting up to 75 pounds, with or without assistance

Altek has a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Plans with company HSA contributions
• Dental
• Vision – employee coverage paid by employer
• Employer paid Life & Options for additional life
• Critical Illness, Personal Accident and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• 401k plan with company match
• Accrued Paid Time Off

Altek’s Vision:

To be a thriving enterprise with a highly skilled and adaptable workforce committed to delivering exceptional experience to our customers.

Altek’s Mission:

To provide manufacturing services and innovative solutions that enable our customers to deliver life-changing products to the world, while fostering employee growth and supporting the communities in which we live.

Altek Electronics, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, or the presences of a non-job-related medical condition, disability, or handicap, however, current openings may involve ITAR restricted hiring practices, and all applicants must be aware of this requirement and are encouraged to consult the latest ITAR regulations regarding restrictions that my apply.