Kairos Power · 1 month ago
Material Control Specialist
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expKairos Power is a new nuclear energy technology and engineering company focused on transitioning to clean energy. The Material Control Specialist is responsible for handling, tracking, and controlling materials, ensuring accuracy in inventory management and supporting production operations.
EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringNuclearOil and Gas
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform regular cycle counts and support full inventory audits; investigate and resolve discrepancies
Pull and kit materials based on production work orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Issue materials to work order when pulled
Use ERP/MRP systems to track inventory movement, stock levels, and transaction history
Transport large and heavy materials safely throughout the facility using forklifts, pallet jacks, and rigging equipment
Receive and inspect incoming shipments; verify contents against packing slips and purchase orders
Ensure materials are stored safely and efficiently in designated locations
Analyze material usage trends to support planning, purchasing, and production
Assign and maintain ABC classifications and recommend adjustments based on usage and value
Establish and review min/max inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and cost efficiency
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve material availability issues and improve material flow
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment, adhering to safety protocols
Operate material handling equipment in accordance with company and OSHA safety guidelines
Support process improvements related to inventory accuracy, storage optimization, and warehouse layout
Submit purchase requests for materials and supplies to support production jobs and maintain inventory levels
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
2+ years of experience in warehouse, inventory control, or material handling roles
Experience with forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, hoists, or rigging equipment is required
Forklift certification (or ability to obtain certification) is required
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP) for inventory tracking, reporting and analysis
Working knowledge of inventory control practices, including ABC analysis and min/max level planning
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work with highly collaborative team
Ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
Ability to proactively collect, manage and transfer knowledge
Ability to seek different and novel ways to create efficiencies when working on problems, challenges and issues
Prioritizes and ensures safety of oneself and others
Adjusting, moving, transporting, installing, positioning, or removing objects up to 50 pounds in all directions
Moving objects up to 100 pounds with a cart, dolly, or hand truck
Ascending or descending ladders and stairs up to 12' tall, as well as scaffolding, ramps, scissor lifts, articulated boom lifts and the like
Working from heights >4 feet with fall protection to rig loads for transport or movement with crane equipment
Ability to use hand tools
Ability to see, hear, and smell differing conditions to sense or respond to hazards or alarms in the work environment
Reading and interpreting hazardous warning signs
Reporting issues with equipment or unsafe conditions
Wearing proper PPE, to include face mask, face shields, gloves, safety shoes
Capable of obtaining forklift and boom lift certification
Preferred
Associate degree or technical training in supply chain/logistics is a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their dependents
Paid Vacation
401(k) and pre-tax health insurance, dependent care, and commuter benefits (FSA)
Company
Kairos Power
Kairos Power is an ancient Greek word that relates the importance of timeliness and a call to action.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
New Mexico Economic Development DepartmentBloombergNEF
2022-06-03Grant· $0.02M
2022-04-14Grant
Leadership Team
Mike Laufer
CEO
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