Warehouse Material Control Specialist

Warehouse Material Control Specialist

Tech Electronics (Kansas City warehouse)

This isn’t just a warehouse position—it’s a technical career development opportunity. We’re looking for someone who wants to build expertise in fire safety, security, and communications systems while mastering warehouse operations. If you ask “what’s in the box” instead of just moving boxes, this role offers a clear path from material control to technical project work.

• Growth path from warehouse operations into technical fabrication, field support, or project coordination based on your interests and demonstrated capabilities
• Work with cutting-‑edge fire safety, security, and communications technology—learn what you’re handling and why it matters
• Education reimbursement support for professional development and technical certifications
• Small, growing family-owned company with strong culture and opportunity for visible impact
• Support our Kansas City expansion to a larger, more sophisticated warehouse facility with advanced vertical racking systems

Tech Electronics is a St.‑Louis-based family-owned company specializing in fire and life safety, security, and communications systems across the Midwest. We serve both large-scale project installations and ongoing service clients, combining technical expertise with a commitment to quality and safety.

• Daily material handling: receiving, shipping, staging, cycle counting, and inventory management
• Maintain meticulous inventory accuracy using Acumatica ERP
• Conduct regular cycle counts and investigate discrepancies to identify root causes
• Provide excellent service to field technicians and project teams for will-call and counter transactions
• Support the transition to our expanded Kansas City warehouse, including setup and optimization of tall vertical racking systems
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely (training provided if needed)

• Light fabrication and assembly work—rack building, panel mounting, component preparation for installations
• Learn product specifications, compatibility, and applications to become a technical resource for the team
• Develop hands‑on knowledge of fire safety, security, and communications equipment
• Potential progression into field support, project coordination, or installation work based on your skills and career goals

• Process discipline and attention to detail—follow procedures consistently, even when no one is watching
• Technical curiosity—want to understand how things work and ask questions beyond your immediate task
• Computer proficiency—comfortable learning new software systems, basic Excel skills, able to navigate digital tools
• Ownership mindset—take pride in your work, solve problems independently, and don’t need constant supervision
• Strong communication skills—work effectively with the local KC team while maintaining accountability to corporate standards set in St.‑Louis
• Physical capability—lift up to 70 lbs, work at heights with proper safety equipment, and stay active throughout the day

• 2-4 years of warehouse, logistics, or inventory experience
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (Acumatica—training provided)
• Background in electronics, AV systems, electrical components, or related technical fields
• Hands‑on experience with tools, assembly work, or fabrication
• Forklift certification (training provided if needed)
• College coursework in technology, business, or related fields (not required but valued)

• Location:
  
  Kansas City warehouse (no travel required)
• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Reports to:
  
  Material Control Manager (based in St.‑Louis)
• Works with: KC warehouse team, field technicians, project managers
• Autonomy:
  Significant day-to-day autonomy supported by corporate expertise and standards; collaboration with local KC team and experienced KC warehouse specialist who guides learning of systems and customer service approach