Material Control Coordinator II

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; Mississippi; On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) in Tupelo, MS seeks a Material Control Coordinator to manage incoming materials through inspection, stockroom and production processes. You will support work orders, schedules and returns to ensure timely parts delivery.

Role requires strong organization, reporting, and communication skills, plus SAP and forklift familiarity in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of experience in production/material control.
• Understanding of material control concepts and stockroom procedures.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with SAP and inventory control processes.

Responsibilities

• Review inventory and work orders; ensure traceability of material and/or parts.
• Coordinate with departments to support materials requirements.
• Monitor and restock inventory on the shop floor to maintain appropriate levels.
• Update daily movement of parts and report back orders.
• Deliver materials to designated production areas and perform stock transfers.
• Conduct physical inventory counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Verify item conformance and processing of vendor paperwork.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with laws and procedures.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Customer focus

Forklift experience

Power equipment experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS’ expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Material Control Coordinator to join our Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) Group located in Tupelo, MS!

Under general supervision with detailed instruction on new assignments, this position is responsible for performing manual and clerical duties involved in coordinating incoming materials through inspection, stockroom and production. Following established practices and procedures, performs a combination of tasks which may include loading and unloading, counting, weighing, and conveying materials, recording information and tracking, logging and verifying orders from numerous sources and departments. Coordinates outbound shipment of products. Works closely with planners and expeditors to assist with work orders, schedules, follow-up, non-conformance reworks and returns to ensure parts are delivered in a timely manner. Fills orders and issues parts from stock. Requisitions stock and prepares stock use reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and monitors inventory and work orders. Ensures traceability of material and/or parts.
• Coordinates with various departments to support department materials requirements.
• Monitors and restocks inventory levels housed on shop floor to ensure appropriate levels.
• Updates daily movement of parts providing information to appropriate personnel regarding back order of critical scheduled material.
• Delivers materials as required for designated production areas.
• Reviews material requisitions issued to the stockroom to ensure material is properly allocated.
• Conducts physical inventory counts. Identifies, reports, and investigates inventory shortages, overages or discrepancies on the shop floor.
• Examines items received. Verifies conformance to quality clauses and receiving procedures.
• Transfers vendor shipper paperwork upon receipt of goods or after appropriate approval of parts. Ensures damages or excess goods are processed through quality assurance and/or materials supervisor.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of experience in production/material control.
• Must have a good understanding of material control concepts and standards, and must have experience applying those concepts and standards using stockroom procedures and record keeping practices.
• Must be customer focused and possess the ability to identify deviations from normal processes and procedures, analyze issues and interpret data.
• Power Equipment and Forklift experience desired.
• SAP experience is a plus.
• Good organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit.
• The ability to respond to routine and non-routine issues or situations.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with internal employees and to accurately document and report information.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications and word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD clearance is desired.