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Materials Coordinator
- Caledonia, MI, United States
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- 1-3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, logistics, materials management, or a related field.
- Posting language
- English
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We have an Excellent career opportunity for a Materials Coordinator to join a leading Company located in Caledonia, MI.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Materials Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting production schedules, and ensuring materials move efficiently throughout the operation. In this role, you will be a key contributor to operational success by managing shipping, receiving, inventory control, material movement, and warehouse organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, customer-focused, and committed to providing excellent service to both internal teams and external customers.
Job Responsibilities:
- Receive, inspect, and unload incoming shipments using equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, and other material handling equipment.
- Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation to ensure accuracy.
- Investigate and communicate discrepancies related to quantity, quality, specifications, or damaged materials.
- Execute inventory transactions within the ERP system and maintain accurate records of all material movements.
- Perform regular cycle counts and inventory audits to support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Organize and maintain warehouse and stockroom locations using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
- Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment while ensuring products are packaged securely and appropriately for transportation methods such as ground, air, or ocean freight.
- Generate packing lists, shipping documents, labels, and other required documentation.
- Tag, identify, and stage materials, parts, and finished goods according to project and customer requirements.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with carriers, vendors, customers, and internal departments to ensure on-time delivery.
- Restock and return unused materials from production or project activities to inventory.
- Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to purchasing and supply chain teams.
- Maintain accurate inventory locations and support continuous improvement initiatives within warehouse operations.
- Assist with physical inventory counts and special projects as required.
- Support a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following established quality and safety procedures.
Basic Hiring Criteria:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, logistics, materials management, or a related field.
- Experience working within ERP systems and inventory management software.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to safely operate, or obtain certification to operate, forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain any required driving certifications or endorsements.
- Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and technology.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining inventory accuracy.
- Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and make sound decisions.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
- Ability to lift, move, and transport materials safely in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
More about this job
Skills
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Documentation
- ERP
- Prepare orders
- Transportation methods
- Procurement
- Supply chain management
- Process improvement
- Warehouse operations
- Shipping and receiving
- Logistics
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Valid driver's licence
- Computer skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills