Material Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description Job Title: Material Coordinator
Job Description

The Material Coordinator manages plant materials and ensures accurate inventory records in the ERP system for the Calex site. This role oversees tactical purchasing for KANBAN materials, coordinates the flow of raw materials and finished goods, and supports production, shipping, and office operations to meet customer demand and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Control inventories of raw materials and finished goods to ensure product availability meets production schedules, customer demand, and product development needs.
• Coordinate incoming materials, picking, and shipping activities, working closely with user departments to track progress of work and completion dates.
• Monitor and report on work progress, inventory levels, and any issues or constraints that may impact production or delivery.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through process control and regular cycle counting, identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies and report findings to leadership when applicable.
• Liquidate outdated stock and take proactive actions to resolve out-of-stock situations to minimize disruption.
• Maintain and update inventory records in the ERP system to ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Perform quality-focused checks on orders, including verifying quantities, recording and checking lot numbers, and obtaining secondary verifications as required.
• Conduct incoming and outgoing inspections of materials and finished goods as needed to support quality standards.
• Execute purchase requisitions for assigned production materials in alignment with ERP/MRP requirements and KANBAN processes.
• Interact with various internal and external groups, including production, shipping, and suppliers, to facilitate the completion of all material-related activities.
• Serve as a backup for Production Planning and provide administrative support to the Calex office as required.
• Use RF scanners and warehouse management systems to support accurate picking, shipping, and inventory management.
• Label materials and maintain organized warehouse and inventory storage areas to support efficient operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience with warehouse operations, including incoming, picking, and shipping of materials.
• Proficiency with inventory control and inventory management processes.
• Ability to perform and manage cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Hands-on experience using RF scanners for inventory and warehouse activities.
• Computer skills, including working with ERP and MRP systems for inventory and purchasing.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems and related software tools.
• Ability to check orders for quantity accuracy and record and verify lot numbers.
• Capability to perform incoming and outgoing inspections with strong attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.
• Effective communication skills to interact with internal departments and external partners.
• Quality-focused mindset with a commitment to accuracy and process control.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with multiple workstations.
• Background in inventory management systems such as Innovex or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with KANBAN processes and tactical purchasing of production materials.
• Exposure to ERP/MRP-based purchasing and production planning support.
• Ability to provide administrative support to office functions when needed.
• Comfort working both on the production floor and in an office/computer-based setting.

Why Work Here?

The organization is growing and expanding into new sectors, including automotive, while continuing to support demanding markets such as military-grade, government, and battery pack applications. Employees benefit from clear opportunities for advancement based on performance rather than tenure, creating a merit-based culture with plenty of room for growth. The company offers a supportive, family-like atmosphere combined with the stability and resources of a publicly owned business, along with benefits such as paid days off and retirement savings plans.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing environment with multiple stations, where conditions reflect the weather and can be hot in warm seasons and cold in cooler seasons. The position involves spending most of the day on the production floor conducting inventory activities, followed by computer-based work toward the end of the day to update records and manage ERP tasks. The workplace maintains a family-like feel while being part of a publicly owned organization, and you will regularly use warehouse tools such as RF scanners, warehouse management systems, and ERP/MRP software to perform your duties.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Concord, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Concord,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.