• Materials Manager

    Aston Carter (Newberg, OR)


    Job Title: Materials Manager

    Job Description

    The core function of this role is the planning and control of work in process to the finished product. An effective Materials Manager will ensure that available goods can satisfy customer demand, minimize waste, manage inventory levels, and keep output aligned with the company’s balance sheet.

    Responsibilities

    + Plan material requirements, production schedules, and capacity requirements.

    + Measure operational performance against the plan.

    + Receive and distribute products.

    + Develop or maintain reports, analytics, and metrics.

    + Align demand with sourcing activities.

    + Define and execute on physical inventory and/or cycle count policy.

    + Align inventory requirements with sales and operations planning and/or the demand schedule.

    + Train and guide employees.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong communication skills.

    + Excellent organizational and project management skills.

    + Attention to detail.

    + Creative problem-solving.

    + Strategic and analytical thinking.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 1-3 years’ experience in a previous management role.

    + Experience in materials management and as a production planner and inventory controller.

    + Experience managing teams through ERP systems; Syteline experience would be beneficial.

    + Ability to make quick, accurate decisions based on information collected.

    + Demonstrated ability to problem solve.

    + Experience with ERP implementation.

    + Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

    Work Environment

    This role is based onsite and requires the ability to work flexible hours, with additional time as needed. The building houses sales, accounting, supply chain, and some engineering teams. The Materials Manager will work closely with the engineering team to ensure smooth operations through ECOs and NPIs, engaging in daily meetings. Communication with planning and warehouse teams is also a daily requirement, focusing on lead times and material updates.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $57.70/hr.

     

    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 Newberg,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

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

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.