Hydration Tech / Expeditor

Palacios Marine & Industrial; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Palacios Marine & Industrial in Port Lavaca is looking for a Hydration Tech / Expeditor to optimize supply flow and ensure timely delivery of materials. In this role, you will collaborate with department leaders and facilitate communication across teams to prevent delays and maintain quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience in supply chain coordination. Join our team to play a critical role in our operations!

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
• Experience with supply chain coordination, project support, or operations (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department leaders to monitor inventory levels.
• Verify shipments, track deliveries, and manage supply requisitions.
• Operate forklift, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication between departments.
• Fill ice chests throughout the plant with ice and water periodically.

Skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and coordination abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Experience with supply chain coordination

Job description

Job Summary

The Hydration Tech / Expeditor plays a critical role in ensuring efficient operations by coordinating the timely delivery of materials, monitoring project timelines, and facilitating communication across departments. This role focuses on optimizing supply flow, supporting project teams to prevent delays ensuring quality standards are met, and maintaining adequate water/ice/trash flow throughout plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department leaders to monitor inventory levels, evaluate suppliers, and ensure all delivered materials meet company quality standards.
• Verify shipments, track deliveries, and manage supply requisitions.
• Work the handout window ensuring everyone gets material needed.
• Receiving material and packages from shipping services.
• Escort drivers into the plant and take them to proper unloading points.
• Operate forklift, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Proactively identify potential delays, confirm expected delivery dates, and provide timely updates to Project Managers.
• Monitor production schedules for ongoing projects to ensure efficient use of materials and labor.
• Coordinate the allocation of materials to crew members to improve productivity and prevent delays.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication between departments to ensure alignment and operational efficiency.
• Fill ice chests throughout plant with ice and water periodically and as needed.
• Empty trash cans throughout the plant periodically and as needed.

Qualifications

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Excellent communication and coordination abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Experience with supply chain coordination, project support, or operations (preferred)

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday

Frequent use of hands and arms for handling documents, operating computers, and communication devices

Ability to lift and carry materials or supplies up to 25–50 pounds as needed

Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or reaching to access materials or inspect deliveries

Visual acuity to read documents, monitor inventory, and review project details

Capability to work in various environments, including office settings, warehouses, and active project or production sites

Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity for handling tools, devices, and documentation on-site

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected status.