Material Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Material Coordinator
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Company

Location: Milan, IL 61264
Duration: 2 Years (Possibility of extension)
Shift: 2nd Shift – 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Overtime possible)

Description

• Coordinates the flow of materials and the filling of Kanbans within a factory department, which may include shipping and receiving
• Ensures production personnel have required parts to meet production goals
• Oversees inventory accuracy and timeliness; identifies issues and suggests improvements to production schedules
• Ensures material logistics align with Company Production Systems principles
• Coordinates tactical execution of production plans within a smaller factory group
• Typically an entry-level position within the organization

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of the new SAP/EWM system into PDC
• Act as the material coordinator for the largest department on 2nd shift
• Direct picker activities to ensure accurate and timely order delivery
• Use warehouse management systems to track picking progress and update order status
• Address missing items, damaged goods, and system errors to minimize delays
• Track productivity metrics, report results, and recommend improvements
• Work occasionally in Excel; majority of work in Company mainframe/menu-driven systems, DNS (Dealer Network System), and WCS

Duties

• Coordinate department schedule performance for procuring, expediting, and movement of rejected materials to source
• Recommend procedures based on root cause and management review
• Identify root causes of material shortages
• Provide solution recommendations when applicable
• Use Master Schedule to create and distribute daily production schedules
• Process inbound and outbound material transactions
• Audit material replenishment cycles for accuracy
• Assist with creation of material replenishment plans
• Count and expedite parts to prevent production interruptions
• Work critical shortage reports to ensure part availability

Required Skills / Experience

• Exceptional data entry speed and accuracy with ability to focus for extended periods
• Self-motivated and willing to assist coworkers during slow periods
• Experience with inventory systems/tools; AS400 experience highly beneficial
• Strong attention to detail, timeliness, and excellent attendance
• Strong people skills; role supports a department of approximately 50 employees on 2nd shift

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As a leading contract, contract-to-hire and professional placement firm, Three Point Solution understands the importance of aligning our client with the right resource at the right time. We are committed to the highest caliber of service that will benefit our clients, candidates and employees. Unlike large, corporate style recruiting firms, we commit to individualized attention that uniquely positions us to bridge the communication gap between recruiter, employer and candidate. Our goal is to cultivate and maintain true partnerships with our clients and candidates.

Company Description

As a leading contract, contract-to-hire and professional placement firm, Three Point Solution understands the importance of aligning our client with the right resource at the right time. We are committed to the highest caliber of service that will benefit our clients, candidates and employees. Unlike large, corporate style recruiting firms, we commit to individualized attention that uniquely positions us to bridge the communication gap between recruiter, employer and candidate. Our goal is to cultivate and maintain true partnerships with our clients and candidates.