MATERIAL CONTROL LEAD

MATERIAL CONTROL LEAD

Platform Aerospace United States, Virginia, Blackstone May 18, 2026

JOB TITLE:

MATERIAL CONTROL LEAD DEPARTMENT

MATERIAL

CONTROL REPORTS TO

MATERIAL

CONTROL MANAGER CLASSIFICATION

EXEMPT

LOCATION

BLACKSTONE, VA Job Summary:

The Material Control Lead supports material control activities at the assigned site and serves as the primary on-site point of contact for day-to-day material flow. This role helps ensure the accurate receipt, storage, movement, issuance, and shipment of materials needed to support operations.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day material control activities at the assigned location. Coordinate receiving, storage, inventory movement, material issuance, and shipping support. Prioritize daily tasks for site material control personnel based on business and operational needs. Verify incoming materials against packing slips, purchase orders, transfer documents, and system records. Complete and/or ensure timely inventory transactions in the ERP/MRP system, including receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments. Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, reconciliations, and issue follow-up. Stage and issue materials to support production, operations, maintenance, and other internal customers. Maintain organized stockroom and storage areas to support traceability, accessibility, and control. Identify shortages, discrepancies, and material handling issues and elevate them as needed. Support compliance with internal procedures for labeling, identification, storage, and material handling. Coordinate with Procurement, Production, Quality, Engineering, and other teams to resolve material issues and support workflow. Assist with reporting, inventory reviews, and process improvement efforts. Train and support site personnel on standard material control practices. Perform other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent required. 5+ years of experience in material control, inventory, warehouse, stockroom, logistics, or supply chain support. Prior experience in a lead role or providing day-to-day work direction preferred. Working knowledge of inventory control and material transaction processes. Experience using ERP/MRP systems for material tracking and inventory transactions. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Outlook. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Must be willing to train for and perform forklift operation. Recurring FOD training and awareness, upon hire and annually Recurring counterfeit prevention training and awareness, upon hire and annually

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated environment preferred. Familiarity with Microsoft Office. Experience with QuickBooks and MRP/ERP systems is a plus. Possess the willingness to learn, improve and adapt in a quick pace environment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. The salary range for this position is $50,000.00 to $75,000.00. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education and training, job-related knowledge and skills, the scope and level of responsibility of the position, internal equity, and market/business considerations. The listed range is a general guideline and may vary based on the selected candidate's qualifications and work location, where applicable.