Lead Aircraft Inventory Control

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Aircraft Inventory Control

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Job Description

The Lead Aircraft Inventory Control professional (Material Handler) oversees the accurate receiving, storage, control, movement, distribution, and shipment of aircraft parts, components, tooling, consumables, and related materials. This role supports Maintenance, Planning, Purchasing, Quality, and Production teams by ensuring all materials are properly identified, documented, stored, and available when needed. The position is directly accountable for inventory accuracy, material traceability, stockroom organization, and timely material flow in full compliance with company Quality and Safety standards and applicable aviation requirements. Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills are critical for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, process, store, and distribute aircraft parts, components, tooling, consumables, and related materials while maintaining complete and accurate documentation and traceability.
• Pull, pick, stage, issue, and deliver materials to support scheduled, unscheduled, and AOG maintenance requirements, ensuring timely availability of parts.
• Perform shipping and receiving activities, including verification of part and serial numbers, quantities, documentation, condition, packaging, and preparation of outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory quantities and locations by completing material receipts, issues, transfers, returns, and shipping transactions in a timely and precise manner.
• Conduct cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory audits; research discrepancies, report findings, and assist with implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure proper identification and segregation of serviceable, unserviceable, quarantine, customer-owned, consignment, core, shelf-life, hazardous, and other controlled materials.
• Process material returns, vendor and repair shipments, cores, and customer-owned materials while maintaining required documentation and control throughout the process.
• Maintain clean, safe, organized, and clearly labeled stockroom, shipping, receiving, and staging areas in accordance with established safety standards.
• Coordinate closely with Maintenance, Planning, Purchasing, Quality, Production, Vendors, and AOG/MRT teams to resolve material requirements, shortages, and discrepancies.
• Follow company Quality and Safety procedures and applicable FAA, OSHA, HAZMAT/Dangerous Goods, shelf-life, and material-handling requirements, supporting audits and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Lead and guide crew activities related to material handling and inventory control, promoting effective teamwork and adherence to procedures.
• Utilize computer systems and Excel-based databases to manage inventory records, track material movement, and support reporting needs.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience with aircraft material handling and aviation parts inventory control.
• 13 years of experience in materials, inventory control, shipping and receiving, warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, or parts operations preferred.
• Previous cycle-count and inventory-control experience preferred.
• Strong supervisory skills with the ability to lead and coordinate a material handling crew.
• Proficiency in computer operation, including use of Excel and database tools for inventory management.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure material traceability.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accountability for data integrity and material control.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain well-structured stockroom and staging areas.
• Clear and effective communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate strong teamwork in a fast-paced operational environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Aviation industry background or experience with aircraft parts is a plus.
• Familiarity with FAA, OSHA, HAZMAT/Dangerous Goods, shelf-life, and material-handling requirements is beneficial.
• Experience supporting audits and continuous-improvement initiatives in a regulated environment.
• Ability to interpret and work with part numbers, serial numbers, and technical documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills to research inventory discrepancies and support corrective actions.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values precision, safety, and collaboration in a highly regulated aviation environment. You will work in a culture that emphasizes accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional teamwork, offering opportunities to develop your technical and leadership skills in inventory control and material handling. The organization promotes a structured yet supportive environment where attention to detail is recognized and where you can contribute directly to operational reliability and efficiency.

Work Environment

This role operates in a stockroom, warehouse, and hangar support environment that includes shipping, receiving, and staging areas dedicated to aircraft parts and materials. You will regularly use computer systems and Excel-based databases to manage inventory and documentation. The work involves handling a wide range of materials, including serviceable and unserviceable parts, quarantine and customer-owned items, consignment and core materials, shelf-life controlled products, and hazardous goods, all managed under strict FAA, OSHA, HAZMAT/Dangerous Goods, and company Quality and Safety procedures. The environment is fast-paced and process-driven, with a strong emphasis on cleanliness, organization, clear labeling, and adherence to safety standards.

TO APPLY:

• Apply directly to this posting to pin it to your profile.
• Set up a Virtual Meeting to discuss the details with the link below:

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Okmulgee, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Okmulgee,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.