Team Lead, Materials AMC & SSU
Charlton, MA, US, 01507
Are You Ready to Turn Your Materials Expertise Into a Leadership Opportunity?
At KARL STORZ North America we’re looking for a Team Lead, Material Coordinator to join our operations team. In this role, you’ll lead stockroom activities that keep production running smoothly and ensure that all materials are available, accurate, and compliant with quality standards. You’ll balance hands-on work with team leadership, supporting associates while driving efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
Location: Franklin, MA
Hours: 1st shift: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (some OT as needed)
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead and coordinate daily stockroom operations, ensuring timely material flow to the production floor.
- Oversee cycle count programs, investigate discrepancies, and drive root cause analysis.
- Monitor inventory accuracy in SAP and ensure compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and ISO 9001 requirements.
- Train and coach team members to follow SOPs, safety practices, and quality standards.
- Partner with operations to expedite critical materials and troubleshoot issues.
- Drive continuous improvement through 6S, waste reduction, and process enhancements.
What you’ll need to be considered for this position:
- 5+ years of experience in materials coordination, stockroom, or inventory management.
- Advanced SAP knowledge and strong Excel skills.
- Prior experience leading or mentoring team members.
- Comfortable with physical requirements: lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for extended periods, operating pallet jacks, and handling packaged materials.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
What’s in it for you?:
- Make an impact: Play a critical role in ensuring life-saving medical devices are manufactured on time and to the highest quality standards.
- Leadership opportunity: Lead a team, mentor associates, and shape how stockroom operations run day to day.
- Growth & development: Build expertise in SAP, Lean/6S, and FDA/ISO compliance — skills that are in demand across the medical device industry.
- Career stability: Join a growing company in a regulated, recession-resistant industry with strong career path opportunities.
- Team culture: Work with supportive peers and leaders who value safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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- Competitive Benefits – including:
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- Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of vacation, 11 holidays, and paid sick time to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Parental Leave
- Retirement Savings: Participate in a 401(k) plan with a company match of 60% of your first 6% contribution, up to IRS limits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Utilize Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Tuition Preimbursement: Receive up to $5,250 per year for tuition assistance to support your continuous learning and career advancement.
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Who we are:
KARL STORZ is an independent, family-owned company headquartered in Germany’s renowned MedTech manufacturing region. For 80 years, we've pioneered the most groundbreaking innovations in endoscopic surgery, video imaging, and OR integration to benefit patients and healthcare providers alike. With a 9800+ employees worldwide, we pride ourselves on harnessing cutting-edge technology, precise workmanship, and unrivaled customer support. In doing so, we help healthcare facilities manage costs, streamline operations, and deliver positive patient outcomes.
It's not just about the tools we create—it’s about the lives we change, together.
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KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.
The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member’s base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.
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