Expeditor

Appone; Beaver Brook (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off and holidays

Veteran friendly workplace

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

KIMCHUK INC is seeking an Entry Level Expeditor to support procurement and material flow for production schedules. The role coordinates with purchasing, program management, stockroom, and vendors to eliminate delays and keep materials moving in a busy electronics contract manufacturing environment.

The candidate will handle status reports, material prioritization, and ERP-tracking tasks, assisting with quotes and special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate required, some higher-level education is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electronic components or willingness to learn.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment involving material control and expediting.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Experience working with an ERP system, experience with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
• Professional verbal and written communication style, internally and externally.
• Natural problem solver with a high degree of intellectual curiosity.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and reports on the status of both proposed and staged jobs to ensure functions of picking and releasing jobs to the manufacturing floor.
• Communicates with department supervisors to determine overdue material and parts and to inform supervisors of material status.
• Provides weekly and monthly reports such as vendor on time delivery and quality.
• Directs receiving to prioritize inbound material.
• Supplies list and reports of jobs to be released to stockroom department.
• Maintains/updates vendors expected ship dates in the ERP system and communicates changes to Program Management in a timely manner.
• Works with facilities and manufacturing to procure shop supplies and small tools.
• Willing and able to assist on special projects as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

ERP system

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

About the Organization KIMCHUK INC is a fast paced, technologically advanced, high product mix electronics firm specializing in Electronic and Electromechanical Contract Manufacturing Services who is committed to excellence. Our success depends on CUSTOMER SATISFACTION achieved by safely producing reliable products, delivered on time, at a competitive price. Quality is a vital element in accomplishing this goal through employee involvement and continuous improvement at all levels of the organization.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Expeditor

Description

Job Summary: This is an entry level position for someone who is eager to learn and grow in all areas of the procurement process. Key to facilitating the flow of raw material to conform with production schedules, the Expiditor communicates with internal stakeholders (purchasing, program management, stockroom/receiving) and material vendors to eliminate difficulties and delays. This role may also support the quote process to expedite outstanding material quote items as directed by management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitors and reports on the status of both proposed and staged jobs to ensure functions of picking and releasing jobs to the manufacturing floor.
• Communicates with department supervisors to determine overdue material and parts and to inform supervisors of material status.
• Provides weekly and monthly reports such as vendor on time delivery and quality.
• Directs receiving to prioritize inbound material.
• Supplies list and reports of jobs to be released to stockroom department.
• Maintains/updates vendors expected ship dates in the ERP system and communicates changes to Program Management in a timely manner.
• Works with facilities and manufacturing to procure shop supplies and small tools.
• Willing and able to assist on special projects as needed.

Category Purchasing

Position Requirements

Education/Experience Required:

• High School Graduate required, some higher-level education is preferred
• Basic knowledge of electronic components or a willingness to learn.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment involving material control and expediting.
• Experienced with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Power point, etc.)
• Experience working with an ERP system, experience with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
• Professional verbal and written communication style, internally and externally.
• Natural problem solver with a high degree of intellectual curiosity.

Why work at KIMCHUK?

KIMCHUK is a family orientated company that’s been in business for over 60 years. We are proud to be a steadfast supporter of our military and those who serve. Our culture is built on integrity, accountability and teamwork - values that guide everything we do.

As a company at the forefront of modern energy technology, we are committed to supporting innovative, secure and resilient energy solutions that strengthen our nation’s infrastructure

Join our team and become part of an organization that honors service and values excellence.

Benefits:

We believe that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our mission. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote financial security, professional growth and overall well-being.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Long term disability
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing mission driven organization.
• Veteran friendly workplace
• Employee assistance programs and wellness resources
• An employee led Activities Committee that organizes team events, community outreach, and company sponsored social gatherings throughout the year.

Salary range: $55k - $60k

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Hiring Manager(s) Victoria Haslob

Req Number PUR-26-00005

This position is currently accepting applications.