Material Expeditor/Planner

Position Summary

The Expeditor/Planner supports manufacturing operations by helping coordinate the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies between departments to meet production and shipping schedules.

Position Responsibilities

• Cook up and expedite the flow of material, parts, and assemblies within or between departments in accordance with production and shipping schedules
• Proactively communicate shortages to Order Management team and provide availability updates
• Resolve issues reported by assigned departments
• Investigate the cause of critical material shortages and schedule delays and initiate action to ensure that work progresses on schedule
• Keeps departments informed about completion dates, material changes or substitutions and schedules modifications
• Maintains and communicates shortage lists for assigned departments
• Distributes electronic shortage reports to departments
• Substitutes for others in Production Control as required

Position Requirements

• Demonstrate general understanding of material flow in a manufacturing environment and bills of materials
• Independent thought, good judgment, problem-solving skills, and ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Open-minded and team-oriented attitude is required
• Good interpersonal skills
• Basic proficiency in computer skills (ORACLE, Excel, etc.)
• Quality Training (minimum in-house LECO training)
• Works independently while demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and reliable attendance

Education/Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent