Materials Coordinator

Materials Coordinator $21 - $25 per hour | Northfield, MN | On-Site | Consulting 3 month contract to hire with full benefits on us! A bit about us: Our client is a privately held, specialty electronics manufacturer based in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area of Minnesota with nearly five decades of operating history. This company designs and produces high precision flexible printed circuits, rigid flex circuits, flexible heaters, and related assemblies for some of the most demanding and regulated industries in the world, including medical devices, aerospace, defense and military, semiconductor, and analytical laboratory applications. Their products are engineered to perform in environments where reliability is non negotiable, and their customer base includes sophisticated OEMs and defense contractors across the country. With multiple facilities in the Twin Cities area and a culture grounded in engineering excellence and close knit teamwork, this company has built a strong track record of delivering mission critical electronics on time and to spec. Why join us? Meaningful Industry: The materials you help move through this facility ultimately end up in life saving medical devices, defense systems, and aerospace applications. Your role keeps that mission running Technical and Varied Work: Supporting production across multiple product lines means exposure to a wide range of materials, components, and supply chain challenges that build your skills and keep the work interesting Family Feel, Professional Environment: Employees consistently describe this workplace as collaborative, respectful, and people first. This is a team that genuinely supports one another Clear Conversion Path: This contract to hire role is designed to bring the right candidate on permanently, offering long term stability and room to grow within the organization First Shift Schedule: A consistent daytime schedule that gives you your evenings and weekends back Established and Stable: With roots going back to 1977 and continued investment in its facilities and people, this is a company built for the long haul Job Details The Materials Coordinator will support the day to day flow of raw materials, components, and supplies through the facility to ensure production schedules are met without interruption. This is a hands on role that sits at the intersection of purchasing, inventory control, and production support in a precision electronics manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Monitor and maintain inventory levels of raw materials, laminate, copper foil, adhesives, hardware, and other production inputs Coordinate with purchasing and production planning to ensure materials are available when and where they are needed Receive, inspect, and accurately log incoming materials and components into the ERP or inventory management system Identify and communicate potential material shortages or delivery risks to the appropriate teams in a timely manner Process and track purchase orders and follow up with suppliers on lead times, shipment status, and delivery confirmations Perform cycle counts and assist with periodic physical inventory reconciliation Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve material related issues and support uninterrupted workflow Maintain organized and accurate storage areas in accordance with labeling, traceability, and housekeeping standards Support continuous improvement efforts related to inventory accuracy, material flow, and supply chain efficiency Qualifications 1 to 3 years of experience in a materials coordination, inventory control, purchasing support, or supply chain role within a manufacturing environment Experience in electronics, PCB, or precision manufacturing is a strong plus Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems such as Epicor, SAP, NetSuite, or similar Solid understanding of purchase order processes, receiving procedures, and inventory management fundamentals Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced production environment Comfortable working on the production floor and in warehouse or receiving areas throughout the shift Effective written and verbal communication skills, particularly when coordinating across departments or following up with suppliers High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree or coursework in supply chain, business, or a related field is a plus This is a first shift, contract to hire opportunity located in the south Minneapolis metro area. Candidates with a background in electronics or precision manufacturing supply chains are strongly encouraged to apply. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr