Expediter

Key Responsibilities and Priorities:

• Track, monitor, and expedite parts and materials through Receiving, Quality, Machining, and Outside Processing stages.
• Coordinate the flow of parts between internal departments and external vendors to minimize delays and prevent production bottlenecks.
• Maintain accurate records of parts status, location, and due dates using ERP and Excel tracking tools.
• Create and manage purchase orders for outside processing services, ensuring compliance with company procedures and aerospace standards.
• Communicate daily with outside processors to confirm schedules, expedite urgent orders, and resolve issues proactively.
• Prepare, package, and ship parts to and from outside processors in accordance with quality and handling requirements.
• Collaborate with production, planning, and quality teams to ensure timely material flow and support production schedules.
• Maintain an organized inventory of parts in staging areas and outside processing queues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to lead time, material handling, and vendor performance.
• Perform urgent deliveries or pickups to and from local suppliers or outside processors when needed to support production deadlines.
• Comply with all company policies, including safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or aerospace production environment, preferred.
• Experience working with outside processing vendors (e.g., anodizing, plating, heat treatment) highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic ERP navigation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift, carry, and move parts and boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods (up to 10 hours per day).
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent coordination between departments.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities and requirements may change to meet the needs of the organization. Overtime, when needed, will be mandatory.

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