Material Coordinator

Material CoordinatorJob Location: Milan, IL Job Duration: 12 months contract (High Possibility of extension) Shift: 2nd/3rd split - OT hours if requested by client. Pay Range: $23 - $24Key ResponsibilitiesAdministrative & Operational Support:Monitor order queues and workflow progression to ensure on-time completion of customer orders.Coordinate daily department activities and priorities.Track action items and ensure timely follow-up and completion.Identify and escalate at-risk orders, implementing recovery plans to minimize customer impact.Track and report on on-time delivery performance, backlog, aged orders, and service-level metrics.Communication & Coordination:Serve as a point of contact between production employees and support teams.Communicate process updates, policy changes, and operational information.Coordinate cross-functional activities and resources.Support employee engagement and department communication efforts.Reporting & Analysis:Track department KPIs, productivity, quality, safety, and delivery measures.Assist supervisors in identifying trends and improvement opportunities.Training & Compliance:Coordinate employee training schedulesSupport compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.Assist with audits, assessments, and corrective action tracking.Process Improvement:Identify process gaps and recommend improvements.Support continuous improvement initiatives and project implementation.Maintain standard work instructions and department procedures.Resource Management:Monitor office and operational supply needs.Coordinate equipment requests, repairs, and service requirements.Support workforce planning activities and department scheduling as needed.