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About the Role

The Material Controller is responsible for supporting all aspects of the materials function, including receiving, shipping, inventory control, warehousing, purchasing support, and inventory replenishment activities. This position requires a broad understanding of materials management processes and the ability to perform at a high level across all departments within the materials team. The Material Controller ensures inventory accuracy, proper material handling, efficient storage practices, and timely support of internal and external customer needs. This position has no supervisory responsibilities and reports to the Warehouse Manager.

Responsibilities

Properly receive, store, bin, and palletize inventory.
Repackage materials as required.
Protect inventory from damage, corrosion, and deterioration.
Maintain inventory levels through rotation of stock, replenishment, and restocking activities.
Inspect inventory and storage locations to ensure compliance with company standards.
Maintain accurate inventory location records within the inventory management system.
Perform inventory replenishment activities.
Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy initiatives.
Manage Kanban replenishment systems and place orders as required.
Monitor inventory stock levels within the system and take appropriate action when replenishment is needed.
Maintain inventory item information and system updates.
Maintain stores locating and labeling systems.
Assist with inventory layout, organization, and storage optimization.
Support receiving, shipping, purchasing, and materials control activities.
Assist with operations at other company sites as needed.
Work closely with accounting to resolve receiving, shipping, or inventory-related discrepancies.
Partner with Sales Administration to address customer order issues.
Support and maintain 6S workplace organization and continuous improvement initiatives.
Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain equipment certifications and operate material handling equipment safely.
Participate in departmental training programs and cross-functional training activities.
Adhere to established policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor or Company management.
Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency).

Requirements

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
2+ years’ experience in inventory control, warehousing, purchasing, shipping, or related materials management functions.
Experience working with computerized inventory and purchasing systems.
Certified to safely operate both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including drug screen, and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong collaboration and communication skills across departments.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and multiple deadlines.
Commitment to Watts’ values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.
Punctuality and dependability.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.
Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.
Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.
Adherence to Watts’ seven cultural beliefs: Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Location

Blauvelt, NY

Work Type

Onsite

Experience Level

2+ years

Education Level

High School diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

$31.52 - $34.64 hourly

Benefits

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

About the Company

Watts is reimagining the future of water, providing safe, clean water for the world and protecting the planet's most valuable resource.
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products trusted by customers globally.
We are at the forefront of innovation, using cutting-edge technology for smart, connected, sustainable water solutions.
Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation and a dynamic future.
Watts Water is a global leader of quality water solutions for residential, industrial, municipal, and commercial settings.
Our family of brands offers diverse product lines with world-class, water-related solutions focused on Drainage and Water Reuse, HVAC and Hot Water, Plumbing and Flow Control, and Water Quality and Rainwater Harvesting.
We are a $1.9 billion global company, listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), with a presence in five (5) continents and twenty-four (24) countries, and an employee population that speaks over eighteen (18) languages.
As a people-first company, we prize enriching and caring for all who work here.
We execute our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy and provide meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that employees are heard, valued, and respected.
We believe a safer world is a more sustainable world, reflected in our technologies, solutions, and environmental and social commitments, including our partnership with Planet Water Foundation.
Specialties include Plumbing, HVAC, Water Quality, and Gas.
Headquarters: Americas & Corporate Headquarters: North Andover, Massachusetts, USA; APMEA Headquarters: Shanghai, China.
Company Size: About 5,000 employees.
Industry: Machinery.
Founded: 1874.

Equal Opportunity

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity.
We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.