Material Expeditor Team Lead - Saronic

Job Title: Material Expeditor Team Lead
Job Location: Austin, Texas
Job Listing URL: https://jobs.lever.co/saronic/5657944f-57ba-4857-94cd-32b8159d9499
Job Description: Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Position Summary
The Material Expeditor Team Lead is a hands-on leader responsible for coordinating the daily flow of materials through the production floor, ensuring timely availability of parts and components to meet build schedules. This role bridges production, materials, and engineering—proactively identifying potential bottlenecks, resolving shortages, and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who leads by example, adapts to changing priorities, and motivates the team toward achieving production goals.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate a team of material expeditors to execute and adjust daily priorities based on real-time production needs.
Collaborate with production, supply chain, and engineering to identify and resolve material shortages before they impact schedules.
Monitor WIP locations and ensure timely material movement between receiving, kitting, production, and shipping.
Ensure ERP/MRP transactions (issues, transfers, and tracking) are accurate and timely.
Identify and address potential bottlenecks before they affect production, implementing proactive solutions.
Drive continuous improvement in expediting processes, material flow, and communication between teams.
Train, mentor, and motivate team members to promote accountability, teamwork, and proactive engagement.
Support cross-functional initiatives to achieve weekly and monthly production goals.
Qualifications
3–5 years of experience in production control, materials, or shop floor expediting.
1–3 years of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of material flow, WIP management, and ERP/MRP systems.
Excellent communication and leadership skills with a team-first mindset.
Experience in defense or aerospace manufacturing preferred.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Benefits
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
Physical Demands
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Occasional standing and walking within the office.
Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).