Materials Coordinator

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company (MRL), headquartered in Billings, Montana, is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of paint marking and pavement maintenance equipment. With over four decades of industry expertise, MRL builds high-performance machinery used for traffic paint application, line removal, and surface preparation. Known for innovation, reliability, and customer-focused solutions, MRL delivers equipment “by stripers, for stripers” helping professionals around the world achieve precision and productivity on every job.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily material status and shortage activities to support production schedules and priorities.
• Monitor material availability and identify shortages, late materials, and potential risks that may impact production.
• Lead the "what's missing/what's late" process and maintain clear visibility of material constraints.
• Partner with Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Production teams to prioritize and resolve material-related issues.
• Communicate material risks, production impacts, and recovery plans to appropriate stakeholders.
• Track material issues and follow up on action items through resolution.
• Maintain accurate material status and shortage information within systems and applicable tracking tools.
• Proactively review upcoming production requirements to identify potential material constraints.
• Coordinate material recovery efforts to minimize production disruptions and reduce reactive expediting.
• Identify recurring material issues and support process improvements related to material flow and production readiness.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of material flow, inventory, and supply chain processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive cross-functional resolution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of production planning, purchasing, warehouse, and inventory processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. Two to five years of experience in supply chain, materials management, production planning, inventory management, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to regularly walk through warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Benefits

• Bonus potential
• Insurance (life, medical, dental, vision)
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Employer-sponsored Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Smoke-free, drug-free workplace

About Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company is a leader in the design and manufacturing of high-quality pavement marking equipment, specializing in the production of road striping and maintenance machinery. We serve a wide array of clients, including government agencies, private contractors, and municipalities, providing innovative solutions that enhance roadway safety and operational efficiency. Our commitment to quality, safety, and service excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in the industry.

Mark Rite Lines Equipment Company is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS), a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers.