Material Expeditor Team Lead at Saronic

Austin, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Defense, Manufacturing, Maritime TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

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
U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, legal permanent resident, or certain protected asylees/refugees) due to access to export-controlled information

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

Skills

ERP

MRP

WIP management

material flow

production control

supply chain coordination

leadership

team mentoring

continuous improvement

Saronic

Develops advanced autonomous surface vessels

About Saronic

Saronic Technologies develops Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) that enhance the capabilities of naval and maritime forces. These vessels utilize adaptive path planning, passive sensors, and advanced algorithms, along with edge computing, to effectively identify and track targets. They are designed to operate in challenging environments, using resilient multichannel communications to support both manned and unmanned operations. Saronic Technologies differentiates itself by focusing on military and defense clients, aiming to improve situational awareness, extend operational reach, and enhance survivability during maritime missions. The company's goal is to provide solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing operational strategies or support new maritime tactics, generating revenue through the sale of ASVs and related customization services.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$223.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from other defense tech startups threatens Saronic's market share.

Rapid AI advancements may require costly updates to maintain competitive ASV systems.

Geopolitical tensions could hinder international collaborations and foreign government sales.

Differentiation

Saronic integrates AI, hardware, and software into scalable, fully integrated maritime platforms.

Their ASVs feature adaptive path planning and advanced algorithms for effective target tracking.

Saronic's multichannel communications enable seamless manned-unmanned teaming in contested environments.

Upsides

Raised $175M in Series B funding, reaching a $1 billion valuation in 2024.

Growing demand for autonomous vessels in defense and commercial sectors boosts market potential.

AI integration in ASVs enhances decision-making and operational efficiency for maritime missions.

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