Material Coordinator

Management & Engineering Technologies International, Inc.; China Lake (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Material Coordinator to enhance production efficiency. In this pivotal role, you will ensure timely availability of materials, coordinate logistics, and maintain accurate inventory records. Your expertise in material handling and organizational skills will be crucial in supporting production teams and meeting job order priorities. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact operational success and help drive innovative projects forward.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in material coordination or logistics.
• Ability to operate forklifts or industrial trucks (certification preferred).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate material flow to meet production schedules.
• Inspect materials to ensure they meet specifications.

Skills

Material Coordination

Logistics Management

Inventory Management

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Material Handling

Tools

Inventory Tracking Systems

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

Overview:

METI is seeking an experienced Material Coordinator to support our contract with the Weapons Survivability Laboratory (WSL) and will be responsible for coordinating and expediting the flow of materials, parts, and assemblies within or between departments to meet production and shipping schedules. This role ensures that materials are available when needed, tracks inventory levels, and facilitates the movement of materials in accordance with job order priorities and anticipated availability. The Material Coordinator will work closely with department supervisors to monitor material requirements, requisition supplies, and oversee the transportation and assembly of materials to support the WSL contract. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Duties:

• Review production schedules and coordinate with department supervisors to determine material needs and overdue items.


• Requisition materials and establish delivery sequences based on job order priorities.


• Arrange in-plant transfers of materials to meet production deadlines.


• Inspect materials delivered to production areas to ensure they meet specifications.


• Monitor and control material movement along conveyor systems using remote-control panels.


• Calculate material requirements for specific job orders, applying knowledge of product and manufacturing processes.


• Maintain accurate records of material inventory, usage, and availability.


• Transport materials between departments using hand trucks or industrial equipment.


• Compile production records to track material movement and availability.


• Maintain employee records related to material handling and production support.

Qualifications:

• 3 years of relevant experience is required.


• Experience in material coordination, logistics, or inventory management.


• Knowledge of production processes and material flow within a manufacturing or industrial environment.


• Ability to operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts or industrial trucks (certification preferred).


• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in manual or computerized inventory tracking systems.


• Ability to work collaboratively with production teams and department supervisors.


• Attention to detail and ability to verify materials against specifications.