Materials Controller

Job Description

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we expand the possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company.

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, Wabtec has grown to become one company with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world‑class manufacturing and services.

You will be part of the Materials and Inventory team, working closely with production leaders, buyers, suppliers, and warehouse personnel to ensure materials are available, properly stored, and delivered to production in a timely manner. This role partners with Quality, Inventory Control, and Manufacturing teams to support production schedules, material flow, and inventory accuracy.

As a Materials Controller
, you will play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by ensuring material availability, inventory accuracy, and efficient stockroom operations. You will be responsible for pulling material directly from suppliers and/or warehouses, ordering and expediting material deliveries, and maintaining accurate inventory records.

4800 Deramus Ave, Kansas City, MO 64120

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical certificate in logistics, supply chain, or a related field preferred
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in materials control, inventory management, stockroom, warehouse, or manufacturing support roles
• Experience pulling material, ordering parts, and expediting deliveries in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); ERP experience (Oracle or similar systems) required
• Forklift and overhead hoist operation experience preferred (or willingness to become certified)

• Strong understanding of inventory control, cycle counting, and material flow
• Ability to read and follow planning instructions, work orders, and written/oral procedures
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality standards

• Control the inventory coming to the parts room
• Ensure proper materials flow and allocation
• Perform all duties of a shop general as required
• Pull material directly from suppliers, warehouses, and internal stockrooms
• Order and expedite material deliveries to support production schedules
• Receive, move, stock, and organize materials within designated storage areas
• Maintain physical stockrooms using 5S principles (organization, cleanliness, labeling)
• Perform inventory control activities, including cycle counting and discrepancy resolution
• Conduct ERP transactions and maintain accurate inventory data
• Operate forklifts and overhead hoists in accordance with safety requirements
• Ensure quality of work performed by following prescribed methods, quality standards, and planning instructions
• Communicate material shortages, delays, and issues to appropriate stakeholders
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements and equipment inspections
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Employees are required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Employees are required to walk, stand, bend and lift throughout the day.
• This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, including full shifts as part of the essential job and responsibilities.
• The position requires the employee to be on‑site during the scheduled shift to perform daily duties and responsibilities.

• Work is performed in a manufacturing and stockroom environment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, machinery, powered industrial equipment, and material handling operations.

The hourly rate for this role is currently $22.50
. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at  Other benefit offerings may include annual bonus, if eligible.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know – we’ve got you.