Materials Coordinator I

Materials Coordinator I

The Materials Coordinator I is to support our warehouse and materials management operations. As a Materials Coordinator I, you will play a crucial role in facilitating the smooth flow of materials, ensuring that supplies are readily available and organized for use by our team. Your ability to work swiftly, maintain order, and respond to changing demands will contribute to the overall efficiency and productivity of our operations.

Key Success Factors:

• Reliability & Accountability Consistently meets schedules, follows procedures, and takes ownership of assigned tasks.
• Attention to Detail Ensures accuracy in inventory counts, labeling, and documentation to maintain data integrity and product quality.
• Strong Prioritization & Communication Effectively organizes workload, adapts to shifting priorities, and clearly communicates with team members and other departments to keep materials flowing smoothly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Material Handling and Organization: Collaborate with warehouse personnel to assist in the movement of materials, supplies, and products to and from designated storage areas. Ensure that materials are organized, labeled, and stored appropriately, contributing to an efficient and well-maintained warehouse environment. Regularly monitor inventory levels and communicate any shortages or surpluses to the relevant teams. Assist and complete daily inventory cycle counts and rectify any discrepancies; escalation of abnormalities to be promptly reported to lead or supervisor.
• Just-in-Time Delivery: Respond promptly to material requests from various departments, delivering materials and supplies to workstations or production areas as needed. Maintain a system of timely and accurate material replenishment to support uninterrupted production flow.
• Waste Reduction and Lean Principles: Implement lean manufacturing principles, including the 5S methodology, to minimize waste, improve organization, and optimize workspace layouts. Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and suggest ways to enhance overall efficiency.
• Data Tracking and Reporting: Keep detailed records of material movements, usage, and replenishment activities. Making these visible through Daily Visual Management. Generate reports and provide insights to supervisors on material consumption and trends to assist in decision-making.
• Quality Control Support: Collaborate with quality control teams to assist in inspections, checks, and audits of materials to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. Participate in identifying and addressing any quality-related issues promptly.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines when handling materials and operating equipment. Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring that all safety regulations are followed.
• Communication and Collaboration: Work closely with production, procurement, and warehouse teams to coordinate material movement and availability. Foster open communication and teamwork to ensure a seamless flow of materials throughout the facility. Implement and Execute Standard Work, SOP.

Expected Behaviors Aligned with Cultural Values and Anchors:

• Champions the Silver Falls Way: Represents the company's values in every interaction with colleagues, drivers, vendors, and visitors. Approaches challenges as opportunities to apply Silver Falls Way tools and playbooks to deliver reliable, high quality results.
• Sets a High Bar: Values accuracy, safety, and efficiency in all material movements. Prioritizes workload effectively, eliminates unnecessary steps, and looks for ways to streamline processes to keep materials flowing smoothly through the supply chain.
• Is Curious and Takes Action: Identifies and evaluates opportunities to improve material handling, inventory management, and warehouse workflows. Proactively implements improvements with precision and attention to detail to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Acts with Respect and Integrity: Consistently follows through on commitments, maintains accurate records, and communicates issues honestly and promptly. Takes ownership of mistakes and works to quickly resolve them while maintaining trust with teammates.
• Teamwork Matters: Works collaboratively with shipping, receiving, production, and other cross functional teams to meet deadlines and quality standards. Balances independent work with the needs of the team to achieve shared goals.

Required Education, Experience and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certifications in logistics, supply chain, or warehouse management is a plus.
• Operate various material handling equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, ensuring their proper functioning and safety. Forklift certification will be required within 60 days of employment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Agility and physical stamina to handle materials and perform tasks that involve standing, walking, lifting, and reaching.
• Basic understanding of lean manufacturing principles and inventory control concepts.
• Proficiency in using computerized inventory management systems and software.
• Effective communication skills to interact with colleagues and supervisors.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in tracking and recording material movements.
• Problem-solving skills to address unexpected issues and ensure continuous material availability.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

• Prior experience as a Water Spider, Material Handler, or in a related role is preferred.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Be flexible, adaptable, able and willing to modify activities and direction with an ever-changing business environment
• Must be able to stand, walk, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Able left up to 10 pounds regularly, and 50 pounds occasionally
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position requires the employee to be on-site at our Monroe, WA office. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this role.

Compensation & Benefits In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and wellbeing of our employees

Benefits include:

• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with employer contribution to each)
• Simple IRA with 3% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life Insurance and AD&D plans
• ORCA Passport benefit for new hires

About Sportworks

At Sportworks, we're transforming the way people move, creating transportation solutions that benefit the well-being of people and the planet. As champions of active and multimodal transportation, we're on a mission to transform the status quo by connecting journeys seamlessly with innovative products and technology. Since launching the first commercial bike rack for buses in 1993, we've partnered with transit authorities, municipalities, advocates, and those creating our built world, to promote healthier, more sustainable mobility options. Trusted worldwide, our solutions connect bus, rail, and cycling networks, and communities alike.

About Silver Falls Capital

Silver Falls Capital, LLC, is a private investment company that is focused on the acquisition and successful operation of businesses for the long term. With decades of hands-on experience running and improving businesses, we bring leadership, business acumen and investments to help companies and their teams achieve full potential.

Silver Falls Capital and its portfolio companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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