Material Expeditor II

Description

We are currently seeking a skilled and safety-conscious material expeditor to join our team. The material expeditor will be responsible for moving materials needed in the production of our products.  This position will not only be responsible for the physical movement of product, but will also need to be able to move it in our electronic inventory system from place to place. 

Summary

Compiles and maintains material and parts inventory and status information to expedite movement of material and parts between production areas by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

    1.  Thinks safety and exercises safe work habits in daily endeavors.

    2.  Reads production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority. Pre-stages material for the next day.

    3.  Confers with department supervisors to determine overdue material and parts and to inform supervisors of material status plus gathering parts for the next day and staging at the work area.

    4.  Locates and distributes materials to specified production areas. Material movements must be made (scanned) in EVO to ensure the product is showing in the right location at all times or real time.

    5.  Records and maintains perpetual and online (EVO) inventory of quantity and type of materials and parts received, stocked, and distributed. All material movements and locations scanned to a location in real time. Performs cycle counts as needed and reports discrepancies to Accounting.

    6.  Compiles and maintains records such as material inventory records, production records, and timecards. Maintains Inventory, inventory locations, and related signage.

    7.  Directs Forklift Operator or Material Handler to expedite transfer of materials from stock area to production areas. Expeditor performs this in absence of an Operator or Material handler. Load and unload trailers as needed.

    8.  Examines material received, verifies part numbers, verifies quantities, and checks discrepancies such as damaged or unmarked parts. Any discrepancies reported to Purchasing and Accounting.

    9.  Compares work order or ticket specifications to material used at work stations to verify appropriate assignment.

   10.  Performs duties of Shipper and Receiver as needed. Includes loading/unloading, documentation, and Evo system updates and related documentation.

   11.  Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

    1.  Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

    2.  Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

    3.  Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

    4.  Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

    5.  Written Communication – Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

    6.  Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

    7.  Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures, Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals on values, Supports positive and constructive action and respects diversity.

    8.  Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.

    9.  Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.

   10.  Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.

   11.  Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

   12.  Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

   13.  Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

   14.  Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

   15.  Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to the best fit situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

   16.  Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

   17.  Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

   18.  Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

   19.  Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Qualifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.