Delivery Assurance / Material Expeditor

Evident Process Heat and Power; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Evident Process Heat and Power in Monroe, CT is seeking a Delivery Assurance/Material Expeditor to ensure the timely flow of materials, documentation, and work orders across the manufacturing process. This role bridges customer orders and finished goods, coordinating with production, purchasing, planning, quality, engineering, suppliers, and shipping to resolve delays and support on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate combines strategic foresight with tactical urgency and can spot bottlenecks on

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production control, expediting, logistics, or supply chain.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems a plus (SOS, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or similar).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production schedules and prioritize jobs to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Expedite materials, parts, tooling, and documentation to support manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Production Planning, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and suppliers to resolve shortages and schedule conflicts.
• Contact external suppliers to track critical shipments.
• Host daily/weekly sessions with external suppliers to track performance to established commit dates.
• Track work orders and purchase orders through each stage of production and identify bottlenecks.
• Follow up on overdue purchase orders and supplier deliveries.
• Communicate production status, delays, and recovery plans to management.
• Maintain accurate inventory and production records in ERP/MRP systems.
• Verify that all required documentation, certifications, and inspection records accompany products.
• Assist in scheduling inspections, testing, Shipping, Receiving and inventory management activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve material flow and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and manufacturing industry standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Business or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Job description

• The Delivery Assurance/ Material Expeditor is responsible for ensuring the timely flow of materials, components, documentation, and work orders throughout the manufacturing process. This role is the "nerve center" of our production floor, bridging the gap between customer order and finished goods. This role coordinates with production, purchasing, planning, quality, engineering, suppliers, and shipping to resolve delays, maintain production schedules, and support on-time delivery while complying with manufacturing quality standards. The ideal candidate possesses a mix of strategic foresight and tactical urgency. Someone who can spot a bottleneck on a spreadsheet before it happens on the floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production schedules and prioritize jobs to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Expedite materials, parts, tooling, and documentation to support manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Production Planning, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and suppliers to resolve shortages and schedule conflicts.
• Contact external suppliers to track critical shipments.
• Host daily/weekly sessions with external suppliers to track performance to established commit dates.
• Track work orders and purchase orders through each stage of production and identify bottlenecks.
• Follow up on overdue purchase orders and supplier deliveries.
• Communicate production status, delays, and recovery plans to management.
• Maintain accurate inventory and production records in ERP/MRP systems.
• Verify that all required documentation, certifications, and inspection records accompany products.
• Assist in scheduling inspections, testing, Shipping, Receiving and inventory management activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve material flow and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and manufacturing industry standards.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.

2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production control, expediting, logistics, or supply chain, preferably in the manufacturing industry.

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems a plus (SOS, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or similar).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Understanding production planning, inventory control, and supply chain processes.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to analyze production schedules and material requirements.
• Effective interpersonal skills with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Customer-focused mindset with commitment to on-time delivery.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods.
• May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in production areas.
• On site Daily Monday through Friday (may include overtime as required)
• Must be able to commute daily to 17 Enterprise Drive, Monroe Ct.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for motivated professionals eager to contribute to cutting-edge projects while developing their expertise in supply chain operations. If you’re passionate about ensuring precision in manufacturing processes and thrive on building efficient workflows, we want to hear from you!