Internal Inventory Control Lead

Description LMT Defense provides top tier products to the US Military, law enforcement and government agencies, in addition to international customers across the globe. Products include precision engineered modular rifle systems, grenade launchers, suppressors, and components. As it was in the very beginning, LMT’s mission is to exceed customers’ expectations of quality and value, and we have been doing so for over 40 years. LMT Defense needs your help as we continue to grow into the future. If you are looking for a position that is fast paced, with competitive benefits (PTO after 90 days of employment, health savings account, employer 401(k) match), flexible work schedules, and climate-controlled facility; LMT Defense is the perfect company for you. Below are the preferred skills, duties, and responsibilities you will have performing as our Internal Inventory Control Manager.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Internal Inventory Control Lead is responsible for providing the necessary organization, coordination, and support of all Inventory Control jobs and functions. The Lead may operate as backup for the Supervisor when necessary. The lead will have knowledge and understanding at a high level of all departmental processes to be able to coach, mentor, and train other team members.

MIMIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Required: High School/GED diploma
• Preferred: AA/BA Business
• Required 3+ years of experience and knowledge of Inventory Control in a manufacturing environment.
• Required knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and ERP system.
• Preferred prior leadership experience.
• Must be able to sign and abide by Company’s employee manual and confidentiality agreement.
• Required to successfully complete a background check, physical and drug screening
• Must be able to work well with others that they may be helping and effectively delegate tasks to members of the inventory team.
• Must be able to work both independently and as a team to meet deadlines and reach goals.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Capable of operating a forklift and other necessary equipment for safe material movement and transit.
• Achieve and sustain FIFO with inventory management by training and coordination with the team while ensuring digital and physical transactions match.
• Train and perform all core departmental job functions with zero transaction errors.
• Track all departmental KPI’s and record on Daily Management Board. Identify action items for missed KPIs and work with team to implement.
• Adherence to all ATF and LMT requirements and processes for inventory control, lot-out, and shipping/receiving processes.
• Strong ERP system knowledge to accurately and appropriately complete transactions.
• Troubleshoot and act when necessary to address quality issues or inventory challenges.
• Utilize available resources to achieve minimal production down time and maximize production throughput. Effectively train, monitor, and delegate tasks.
• Representation of the company with external contacts including customer relations and vendor relations.
• Adequate control, protection, and use of assets of the company.
• Follow and maintain company policies and procedures to include training on emergency services and ability to coordinate with the teams effectively.
• Perform in-process inspections to verify departmental performance to include cycle counts and physical inventory verification.
• On-going communication with the Supervisor and Manufacturing Engineer to ensure common understanding of departmental issues affecting quality, throughput, and the delivery schedule.
• Daily review of all schedule needs, departmental goals, timesheets, and 5S Checklists.
• Foster a team environment by working collaboratively with all team members.
• Any other duties requested by the Supervisor.

BENEFITS:

• PTO after 90 days of employment
• Bonus Time Off for good attendance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Account (HRA)
• Flex Savings Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Account + employer matching
• And so much more!

*LMT Defense is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer LMT Defense is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. *Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with policies and applicable state laws, LMT Defense provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with LMT will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.