BOM & Materials Control Specialist
ConfidentialBOM & Materials Control Specialist Location: Ocala, Florida Contract: 6–8 months About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented BOM & Materials Control Specialist to support the accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing data and material records within an ERP environment. This is a blended role combining BOM investigation, manufacturing data management and hands-on materials/warehouse support. You will investigate BOM and material-related issues, identify discrepancies and root causes, recommend corrective actions to Engineering, and follow approved changes through to completion. The role will also involve working directly with warehouse and materials teams to physically verify parts and ensure accurate system locations and records. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in manufacturing, materials, inventory, engineering support or ERP/data administration, although entry-level candidates with the right technical aptitude will also be considered. Key Responsibilities Investigate BOM and material-related issues raised by Engineering, Production, Materials or other internal teams. Review BOMs, pick lists, part records, drawings, spreadsheets and reporting data to identify discrepancies. Investigate issues and determine potential root causes. Recommend appropriate next steps and corrective actions to Engineering. Create and update engineering tickets relating to BOM corrections and material issues. Follow corrective actions through to completion and verify that changes have been accurately implemented within the ERP system. Update BOMs, spreadsheets, trackers, tickets and supporting records as required. Work directly within the warehouse/materials environment to physically verify and organise parts. Establish, verify and correct warehouse locations within the ERP system. Assist with checking part numbers, quantities, descriptions, units of measure and storage-location information. Compare system data against physical inventory to identify discrepancies. Track open issues and communicate progress, findings and outstanding concerns to relevant departments. Work collaboratively with Engineering, Production and Materials teams to resolve issues and improve data accuracy. Candidate Requirements High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in a technical field is preferred. Previous experience in manufacturing, inventory, materials, engineering support, warehouse operations or data maintenance is advantageous. Entry-level candidates will be considered where they can demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to learn technical systems quickly. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including navigating and updating spreadsheets. Experience with an ERP system is preferred, although experience with a specific system is not essential. Comfortable working with data and comparing information across multiple systems and records. Ability to use reporting tools and available data to investigate discrepancies. Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams. Ability to accurately maintain records, trackers and system data. Comfortable working directly with Production and Materials/Warehouse personnel. Ability to work in a warehouse environment and physically verify parts and storage locations. Key Skills & Competencies Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational and follow-up skills. Analytical approach to investigating problems and identifying root causes. Ability to manage multiple priorities and see issues through to resolution. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with different departments. Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Comfortable working across both computer-based systems and a physical manufacturing/warehouse environment. Team-focused approach with an interest in continuous improvement. Why Consider This Opportunity? This is a varied role offering…