Materials Specialist

Description

Job Summary: Responsible for managing the material flow from receipt to supply to production, ensuring material availability and stock control to prevent production stoppages. Key Highlights: 1. Manages the company's entire material flow 2. Ensures the right material is available on time 3. Performs inventory control and operates warehouse equipment Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award\-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off\-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We’re focused on the areas of greatest market need – both today and tomorrow. Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers’ expectations, and motivate our team. Responsible for managing material flow within a company, handling receipt, storage, preparation, and supply of materials to production areas or assembly lines, ensuring the correct material is available at the right time to prevent stoppages, while also performing inventory counts and stock control. This role is critical to internal logistics, involving loading/unloading, organization, cycle counting, and use of material handling equipment. Key Responsibilities: * Receiving and Verification: Receive, inspect, and log materials, verifying quantities and quality against purchase orders. * Storage and Organization: Label, stack, and organize materials in the warehouse efficiently and safely. * Supply: Prepare material kits and deliver them to production lines or work areas as needed, often using systems such as FIFO (First\-In, First\-Out). * Inventory Control: Conduct cycle counts, maintain accurate records, and report stock levels. * Shipment Preparation: Package and prepare materials for distribution or shipment to customers. * Equipment Handling: Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment. Key Skills and Knowledge: * Knowledge of warehouse processes and inventory control. * Ability to operate warehouse equipment. * Attention to detail and organizational skills. * Teamwork and communication skills.