Materials Supervisor
General Description of Position
Make a Difference, One Modified Shipping Container at a Time
Falcon Structures is transforming how businesses approach their challenges through versatile, container-based solutions. From workspaces and living spaces that support and empower the workforce to critical equipment enclosures that contribute to large-scale projects, our products are designed to solve meaningful challenges across many industries. If you’re driven to help businesses achieve their goals with innovative solutions, this role is for you.
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven Materials Supervisor to ensure that the container modification process runs smoothly. You will support as many as 15-20 simultaneous manufacturing jobs by ensuring job start dates are scheduled when enough materials are available to begin production without downstream interruptions. You will lead a team that delivers materials to the jobs as they are needed. You’ll keep track of how much material is used in manufacturing, adjust minimum and maximum stock levels, conduct periodic inventories, support job launch meetings, participate in weekly production review meetings, receive inbound materials in our ERP system (prior ERP experience is a must), inspect inbound materials and return defective material, and coordinate with operations and logistics to help the company deliver on its promises.
Duties & Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Supervise daily operations of the materials/warehouse department, including receiving, inventory control, and internal distribution. Supervise and mentor a team of material handler/warehouse staff.
- Collaborate with purchasing, production, and material/warehouse teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
- Implement and maintain inventory management systems and best practices.
- Ensure proper documentation and compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Generate and analyze reports on inventory accuracy, material movement, and departmental performance.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, cost savings, and waste reduction.
- Maintains the warehouse’s physical condition: 1) general cleanliness and 2) organization, layout and design in a way that will ensure maximum space utilization and protection of materials.
What We’re Looking For
- Someone who possesses excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Someone with a strong understanding of inventory management principles, ERP systems, and supply chain coordination.
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- A self-starter who is excited to own their success and contribute to a growing company.
Skills & Abilities
- 3+ years of experience in materials or warehouse supervision, preferably in a construction or production environment.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with inventory software or WMS a plus.
- Lives in the greater Austin area and can work on-site every day, including weekends as needed.
Why This Role Matters
You will be a key contributor to Falcon Structures’ success. This role is central to keeping our operations running efficiently by ensuring materials are available when needed and production stays on schedule. You’ll lead a team that supports multiple active jobs, helping us meet tight deadlines and high-quality standards. Your ability to manage material flow and inventory accuracy will directly influence our bottom line, customer satisfaction, and overall growth. This is a high-impact opportunity to play a vital role in a company that values innovation, reliability, and operational excellence.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Falcon Structures, our work is anything but ordinary. Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to be energized by contributing to the creation of unique and remarkable products that solve real-world challenges. Our work culture is characterized by flexibility, openness, trust, and collaboration—fostering an environment where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and proud to be part of our unique team.
If you’re ready to combine your material and inventory expertise with a career that inspires you, challenges you, and supports your professional growth, Falcon Structures is the place for you.
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About Falcon Structures
Falcon Structures has pioneered the use of shipping container-based buildings since 2003, and although we are a small company, we have become one of the largest container modifiers in the country.
Beyond the novelty of working with shipping containers, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate in a company with huge growth goals. Falcon is a place where you will actively contribute. Your voice will be heard and valued at every level of the business.
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We’re located close to Austin, but away from the congestion; you can avoid I-35 and the need to pay for parking. We work with impressive customers including all branches of the military, oil and gas, aerospace, real estate, sports facilities, and more.
Falcon Structures provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Are you an enthusiastic, hardworking individual, ready to make a difference at Falcon Structures? Be a part of something unique. Apply today.