Delivery Assurance / Material Expeditor

TriplePoint Labs; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TriplePoint Labs in Monroe, CT seeks a Delivery Assurance / Material Expeditor to ensure timely flow of materials and documentation across the manufacturing process. You will bridge customer orders and finished goods, coordinating with production, purchasing, planning, and suppliers to resolve delays and maintain schedules.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in manufacturing or supply chain, strong Excel skills, and an eye for bottlenecks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production control, expediting, logistics, or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production schedules and prioritize jobs to meet customer delivery requirements.
• Expedite materials, parts, tooling, and documentation to support operations.
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Production Planning, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and suppliers to resolve shortages.
• Track work orders and purchase orders through production stages and identify bottlenecks.
• Communicate production status, delays, and recovery plans to management.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Job description

Delivery Assurance / Material Expeditor

TriplePoint Labs Monroe, Other / Non-US, United States

About this position

Description:

Overview

• 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.

Job description

• On site Daily Monday through Friday (may include overtime as required)
• Hours 7AM-4PM
• 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!

Requirements

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 aerospace or defense manufacturing.
• Knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems.
• 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.