• Material Coordinator

    Aston Carter (Moline, IL)


    Job Title: Material CoordinatorJob Description

     

    The Material Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the flow of materials across multiple departments within the factory, including shipping and receiving. The role ensures that production personnel have the necessary parts to produce the desired products. Additionally, the coordinator oversees inventory accuracy and timeliness, identifies problems, and suggests improvements to production schedules. The position involves managing the tactical execution of a production plan and may include supervising or directing hourly material handlers, stock chasers, or truckers.

    Responsibilities

    + Coordinate the procurement, expediting, production, and delivery of materials on time for multiple departments.

    + Manage the movement of rejected materials back to the source.

    + Recommend procedures to maintain inventory accuracy and management.

    + Identify and correct the root causes of material shortages.

    + Utilize the Master Schedule to create and distribute daily production schedules.

    + Process transactions for inbound and outbound materials.

    + Audit material replenishment cycles and accuracy, and assist in creating replenishment plans.

    + Resolve inventory errors and expedite parts to ensure uninterrupted production.

    + Work with the Material Flow Analyst to research and ensure timely storage of hot parts, including machine down orders.

    + Maintain and correct inventory that has gone negative, reporting findings to supervisors.

    + Assist in making timely trailer moves and monitoring daily shipping sequences.

    + Handle billing requests for outbound loads and evaluate quality-oriented issues with outbound parcels.

    + Address inventory discrepancies discovered on the inbound side.

    + Ensure days of supply for off-site stored materials and order materials when necessary.

    + Monitor email inbox for issues reported by various departments.

    + Perform storage audits to ensure proper processes are being upheld.

    + Investigate picks that cannot be found before submitting a back order.

    + Monitor short stocks for timely replenishment.

    + Ensure compliance with safety policies and maintain cleanliness and organization.

    + Assist with getting mobile equipment to maintenance for preventive maintenance.

    Essential Skills

    + Experience with ERP systems and material planning.

    + Proficiency in SAP, Power BI, and MS Office.

    + Strong communication skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to work with a Material Flow Analyst.

    + Experience in handling billing and outbound load requests.

    + Problem-solving skills in inventory discrepancies.

    Work Environment

    This is a first shift position, running from 6:00am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday. The role requires 50% of the time in the office and 50% on the shop floor. Metatarsals are required for safety. The position may require driving a Deere Gator to navigate the facility. The role is based in the Quad City or Milan Parts Distribution Center.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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 Moline,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

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

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.