Material Coordinator - Aerospace

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description: ANPC is a global supplier of precision approach guidance and area surveillance solutions aimed at improving the safety and capacity of civil and military aviation for customers on all seven continents. Our transponder-based solutions are designed to serve airfields where others cannot. We are a team of extraordinary professionals working together to perform an important mission to uniquely serve airports with terrain, obstacles and other challenges that no other business can provide.Job SummaryThe Material Coordinator is a critical, cross-functional role responsible for overseeing and optimizing daily operations across Inventory, Shipping & Receiving, and Warehouse logistics. Moving beyond execution, the coordinator takes ownership of inventory integrity, data accuracy within our ERP system, and the seamless flow of materials to both internal production teams and external customers. This role requires a proactive problem-solver who can coordinate schedules, resolve discrepancies, and ensure a safe, efficient, and highly accurate supply chain operation.This is a full-time, in-office position located in Hood River, Oregon.Essential Job FunctionsInventory Management & Coordination•\tOversees physical inventory tracking and reconciliation; investigates and resolves cycle count discrepancies to maintain high database accuracy.•\tCoordinates the picking, kitting, and stage-processing of parts for Work Orders, ensuring production lines are feeding smoothly and without delay.•\tAudits and maintains precise ERP records regarding quantity, material type, equipment, and supply valuations, proactively flagging shortages that could impact production schedules.•\tDesigns and implements efficient zoning, sorting, and shelving strategies for materials based on usage frequency and safety protocols.Shipping, Receiving & Logistics•\tManages and optimizes daily shipping and receiving schedules, aligning with carriers and internal teams to prevent bottlenecks.•\tConducts final compliance audits on outgoing shipments to ensure documentation, packaging, and orders perfectly align.•\tInspects incoming freight for damage or variance; takes the lead on partnering with Purchasing, Quality, and vendors to swiftly resolve claims and logistical hiccups.•\tGenerates and analyzes key inventory and shipping reports to identify trends, process gaps, or opportunities for efficiency gains.Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics•\tAssociate’s degree or higher preferred.•\tExperience with ERP/MRP systems, shipping/handling methods, and domestic/international carriers.•\tStrong analytical and organizational skills to identify root causes of inventory or shipping errors.•\tHighly motivated self-starter able to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.•\tFlexible and solutions-oriented when handling shifting priorities and tight deadlines.•\tStrong interpersonal skills to partner effectively with Purchasing, Production, and external vendors.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office and manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; talk and hear at elevated room levels; using hands to finger, grasp, and feel; repetitive motion; close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; lift, push, carry, or pull up to 20 pounds. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the day.Work environmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in an office and manufacturing environment. This position operates out of the Production area, production areas may experience moderate to high noise levels due to machinery, equipment, and packaging processes. Hearing protection may be required in designated areas. Temperature in the warehouse may vary with seasonal conditions and may not be climate-controlled. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, forklifts, carts, pallet jacks and other typical hazards of an industrial setting; appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn as required. Due to the sensitive nature of the information and projects handled at this facility, this position requires U.S. citizenship. Candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for this role.In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of:•\t401(k) plan with match •\tComprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal/Identity support plans, pet insurance.•\tAccess to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)•\tGenerous paid time off including 4 weeks of vacation per year, paid sick leave, 11 paid company holidays, including a winter company shutdown.