Installation Inventory Coordinator

Laitram Machinery; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

4 weeks PTO

12 paid holidays

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Stem cell treatment / IVF

Job summary

Laitram Machinery is seeking an organized Installation Inventory Coordinator to manage the flow of parts, hardware, tools, and consumables from production through field installation and closeout.

The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to interpret engineering drawings, and collaboration with Production, Shipping, Engineering, and Field Services. Domestic and international travel will be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, packing lists, and installation docs.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Excellent cross-functional coordination with Production, Shipping, Engineering, and Field Services.
• Proactive problem-solving to resolve material shortages or shipping issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage installation parts, hardware, tools, and consumables from production through field installation and closeout.
• Review drawings, BOMs, packing lists, installation plans, and project requirements.
• Label, count, stage materials by area, package, and installation sequence.
• Document shortages, substitutions, backorders, packing errors, and damaged materials.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to resolve material issues.
• Assist in packing and loadout; ensure accurate quantities and locations.
• Travel with installations to reconcile deliveries and prepare staging areas.
• Provide current work status to Installation Supervisor for the next 24–48 hours.

Skills

Planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Cross-functional coordination

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Laitram Machinery is seeking an organized, hands-on Installation Inventory Coordinator to manage the flow of parts, hardware, tools, consumables, and related installation material from production through packing, shipment, field installation, and closeout.

For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

BENEFITS: Medical/dental/vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym/pharmacy/wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more

Responsibilities

• Manage installation parts, hardware, tools, and consumables from production and pre-shipment preparation through field installation and closeout.
• Review engineering drawings, bills of materials, packing lists, installation plans, and project requirements.
• Pick, inspect, count, label, and stage materials by machine, installation area, work package, and planned installation sequence.
• Document shortages, substitutions, backorders, packing errors, and damaged materials while maintaining accurate system records.
• Coordinate with Production, Material Management, Shipping, Engineering, Project Management, Field Services, customers, and suppliers to resolve material issues.
• Participate in packing and loadout, ensuring shipped quantities and material locations are clearly communicated.
• Travel with or ahead of installation crews to reconcile deliveries, establish controlled staging areas, and confirm site readiness.
• Meet with the Installation Supervisor to supply current work and prepare complete material packages for the next 24-48 hours.
• Maintain organized, secure, and traceable material flow; monitor inventory, identify risks, and coordinate approved purchases or expedited shipments.
• Reconcile unused materials and tools, coordinate returns, document lessons learned, improve material-readiness processes, and support Production between field assignments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in production, assembly, inventory control, material handling, parts management, shipping, field installation, or a related environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, packing lists, pick lists, and installation documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately inspect, organize, label, stage, and track materials.
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn manufacturing, inventory, and project systems.
• Strong planning, communication, judgment, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination skills, with the ability to work independently in changing field conditions.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and nonstandard schedules and travel domestically and internationally for extended assignments - typically 35-50%, with potentially higher travel early in employment.
• Ability to meet customer-site, safety, passport, visa, travel, and physical requirements, including frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and material handling.

Preferred Requirements

• Fluent in Spanish.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Two or more years of relevant material handling, inventory control, production kitting, parts-room, or industrial installation experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, equipment assembly, industrial field installation, or construction environments.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation materials, tools, consumables, rigging accessories, safe work practices, and personal protective equipment.
• Experience with MRP, ERP, inventory, or warehouse-management systems; material-handling equipment; or international and remote-site logistics.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled