Material Coordinator

Due to the nature of this role, only local candidates are preferred Job Title: Material Coordinator (MRO) Location: Canaan, CT 06018 Industry: Manufacturing Job Type: Contract Duration: 6 Months (Possible Extension) Pay Rate: $29.21/hour on W2 Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Work Arrangement: Onsite Application Deadline: November 10, 2026 Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Material Coordinator to support material movement, inventory organization, and material-handling activities within a manufacturing environment. The Material Coordinator will oversee and coordinate material handlers across production-floor tool cribs and storage areas, ensuring the accurate collection, relocation, classification, and tracking of spare parts and MRO inventory. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and assign daily tasks to material handlers across production-floor tool cribs and storage areas. Review pending material requests and ensure the availability of material-handling resources and equipment. Identify excess, misplaced, and obsolete materials across production and storage areas. Coordinate the collection and relocation of spare parts and MRO materials to designated storage locations. Sort and classify materials as new, refurbishable, recyclable, obsolete, or requiring disposal. Ensure materials are stored in appropriate locations and maintain an organized production-floor environment. Maintain material movement tracking sheets and inventory records using Microsoft Excel. Update inventory and material-location information in SAP or other inventory management systems. Coordinate with production supervisors, operators, maintenance personnel, and material handlers. Monitor daily material-handling activities and provide direction to team members. Assist with material movement and material-handling equipment operation when required. Identify inventory discrepancies and support inventory accuracy and stockroom organization. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory control and material management. Required Qualifications 2–3 years of experience coordinating, directing, or overseeing the work of others. Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, material handling, or inventory-related operations. Basic computer skills, including data entry and inventory recordkeeping. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel for inventory tracking and reporting. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Good communication, coordination, and teamwork abilities. Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a tool crib, maintenance storeroom, MRO inventory, or spare parts management environment. Experience operating or working with material-handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Familiarity with SAP, ERP, CMMS, or other inventory management systems. Knowledge of inventory tracking, material classification, and stockroom organization. Experience identifying excess or obsolete inventory and coordinating recycling, refurbishment, or disposal. Previous experience supporting manufacturing, maintenance, or production operations. Education High school diploma or GED preferred. Equivalent relevant work experience may be considered. Physical Requirements Ability to walk frequently through production, warehouse, and maintenance areas. Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 30 lbs. Ability to assist with material movement and inventory organization. Ability to operate material-handling equipment or obtain the required certification. EEOC Compliance We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DISCLAIMER AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.