Inventory Tech / Material Handler

Sperry Rail is on a mission-critical journey to revolutionize the Rail Flaw Detection industry. Through the continuous development of cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and AI-assisted analysis, we are transforming railway safety worldwide. Our global engineering teams work collaboratively to develop step-change technologies that define Sperry as the unparalleled market leader.

For nearly a century, we have repeatedly modernized and improved rail diagnostics through our relentless pursuit of improvement. We are obsessed with advancing science and raising the bar on what's possible with our ever-improving suite of products and service offerings.

Each technologist entering Sperry imprints themselves into our brand and further galvanizes a culture of innovation and advancement. We are agile and hungry and invite those with similar passions to join us in challenging the status quo and bringing new ideas to the market. The Material Handler is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory control, ensuring timely material movement, and supporting production operations through efficient receiving, stocking, staging, and transaction management. This role provides dedicated ownership of inventory accuracy, material flow, and adherence to established processes to support production schedules and overall operational efficiency.

Receive, inspect, identify, and accurately transact incoming materials within the ERP system (X3) to ensure inventory records remain current and accurate.

Pick, stage, and deliver materials to production areas in alignment with build schedules and daily production priorities.

Maintain organized inventory locations through proper labeling, storage practices, and material handling procedures.

Perform inventory transactions accurately, including receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments, ensuring system records match physical inventory.

Support cycle counting activities and investigate inventory discrepancies to improve overall inventory accuracy.

Partner with Production Planning, Purchasing, Operations, and Maintenance teams to resolve material shortages and improve material availability.

Manage controlled access to inventory and ensure compliance with established inventory control processes.

Support implementation and utilization of inventory improvement initiatives, including barcode scanning, improved transaction discipline, and inventory accuracy programs.

Assist with shipping activities, including preparation, documentation, and coordination of outbound materials as needed.

High school diploma or equivalent required; manufacturing, warehouse, or inventory experience preferred.

Experience with ERP systems (X3 experience preferred) and inventory transactions.

22 - 24.50 USD per hour (Shelton CT (HQ))