The Supply Chain Coordinator I is responsible for efficiently managing the flow of physical parts within the manufacturing facility to ensure timely fulfillment of production requirements. Key duties include coordinating part routing, optimizing distribution processes, and facilitating material movement to maximize manufacturing efficiency. Collaborating closely with internal supply chain teams, this role expedites work orders, conducts inventory management tasks, and monitors key performance indicators to drive operational excellence.
Essential Job Functions
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Coordinate the routing of physical parts to appropriate distribution centers in accordance with manufacturing specifications.
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Proactively maintain and optimize parts distribution processes to meet manufacturing requirements.
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Facilitate material movement around the facility to ensure efficient use of manufacturing time & space.
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Collaborate with internal supply chain teams to ensure timely fulfillment of manufacturing needs.
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Expedite and prioritize work orders to meet production demands.
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Conduct inventory cycle counts to reconcile physical and system inventory.
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Assist with inventory management tasks, including adjustments and cycle counting, to maintain inventory accuracy.
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Support internal work order processing.
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Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery and shipment to ensure operational efficiency.
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Actively seek out opportunities for process improvement.
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Attend and contribute to weekly production meetings.
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Attend and contribute to open book management.
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Ensures lessons learned applied to future efforts.
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Regular, in-person attendance due to necessary teamwork and personal interactive nature of this position.
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Performs other related duties as required and assigned, including backup for other business unit personnel, to ensure support of the production plan.
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The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)
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Excellent communication skills both orally and written.
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Experience with technologies and best practices across multiple platforms.
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Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively, in a constantly changing environment.
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Ability to take initiative to develop new strategies and outside-the-box ideas.
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Ability to work independently and in a team.
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Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with individuals at all levels.
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Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office, JDE, and a scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6 preferred.
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Knowledge of the master data that drives forecasting, planning, scheduling, and shipping within an ERP system.
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Self-starter and goal oriented.
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Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
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Manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in parallel in a time sensitive environment.
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Possess a working knowledge of master scheduling with multiple levels of processes required to reach the stage.
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Possess a working knowledge of engineering prints and manufacturing capacity to effectively determine need dates for material.
Education and Experience
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Associates Degree in Materials Management or similar discipline preferred. Other degree fields and related experience will be considered.
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A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years related experience in manufacturing production forecasting or planning is preferred for this position.
Base Compensation Range: $22.85 - $34.28 an hour
Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% of gross annual salary base on company performance.
Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview:
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums
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Free off-site medical clinic
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Company paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
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401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more
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Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades
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Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off
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Ten (10) Paid Holidays
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Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position
- Career progression program for advancement
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Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school
- In-house training program
Professional office environment with some time spent in a manufacturing shop. Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, and filing cabinets, etc.). Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor as well as field operations. Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures.
