Production expediter

Our client is a manufacturing company seeking a Production Expediter to join their operations team. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in production control, purchasing, and inventory management to help keep materials and work orders moving efficiently through the shop floor. This role plays a key part in resolving production delays and supporting on-time customer deliveries. Job Responsibilities- - Track and expedite work orders and routers to keep production schedules on target. - Drive higher rates of on-time production readiness by proactively coordinating scheduled work. - Identify and resolve material shortages, delays, and bottlenecks before they impact production. - Support ongoing efforts to strengthen inventory accuracy across materials and finished goods. - Communicate proactively and escalate production issues promptly to keep stakeholders informed. - Partner with manufacturing, planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams to help resolve material shortages, meet production completion dates, and hit customer shipment deadlines. - Coordinate production routing, bills of material, and work instructions to support accurate material and inventory flow. Job Requirements - - 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing, including production control, materials planning, purchasing, inventory, warehouse operations, or production expediting. -Working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, welding, fabrication, laser cutting, sheet metal work, and mechanical assembly. -Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings, bills of material, work orders, and manufacturing documentation. -Experience with ERP/MRP systems for managing inventory, material flow, and production data. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including data tracking, basic formulas, and reporting. - Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. - Associate degree (AA/AS) in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Experience with Infor XA, SAP, or comparable ERP platforms.