Material Coordinator

Keel; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

401(k) Match

HSA/FSA

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Shift Differentials

OT Potential

Paid on the Job Training

Certification Sponsorship

Job summary

Keel, based in Michigan, is seeking a Materials/Inventory Coordinator to organize and expedite shop orders as part of the kitting process. The role impacts material costs, throughput, and workflow efficiency.

Requirements include a high school diploma or associate degree, 3 years in manufacturing or accounting, and strong ERP skills. Occasional travel between facilities may be needed. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Associates degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in manufacturing environment or accounting field, with strong computer skills, esp. with ERP systems.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Organization of shop orders to be kitted.
• Kitting shop orders for “on time start” via BOM. Priority established by FAB “on time start”.
• Material retrieval from receiving and primary operations.
• ERP accuracy and maintenance within kitting.
• Issuing materials per shop order to support on time of start of kits.
• Kitting organization and maintenance in the kitting area.
• Count adjustments and scraping of shelf inventory in ERP system.
• Quarterly cycle counts on primary and component parts.
• Job pack assembly and distribution to the processing area.
• Scanning of completed shop orders into ERP system.

Skills

ERP proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Built on Experience. Built for Skill. Built for You.

Keel was formed by bringing together three industry leaders combining generations of hands‑on expertise in steel fabrication, shipbuilding, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

That means when you join Keel, you’re joining a team backed by decades of proven craftsmanship and real‑world results.

We build ships, defense systems, aerospace components, and heavy steel structures that serve critical missions — and we do it with pride.

Your Mission: (job summary here)

Coordinates and expedites flow of parts, and assemblies between sections or departments, according to manufacturing department priorities, and compiles and maintains manual or computerized records.

The position directly affects costs (esp. of materials, but also of time utilization), throughput speed, and – to a lesser extent – quality (as related to proper handling of materials).

Explore the Depth of the Role: (Job Duties/responsibilities)

• Organization of shop orders to be kitted.
• Kitting shop orders for “on time start” via BOM. Priority established by FAB “on time start”.
• Material retrieval from receiving and primary operations.
• ERP accuracy and maintenance within kitting.
• Issuing materials per shop order to support on time of start of kits.
• Kitting organization and maintenance in the kitting area.
• Count Adjustments and scraping of shelf inventory in ERP system
• Quarterly cycle counts on primary and component parts.
• Job pack assembly and distribution to the processing area.
• Scanning of completed shop orders into ERP system.

Requirements

Mission Readiness: (Education and Experience/skills/abilities):

• High School Diploma
• Associates degree in Business Administration or Accounting.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in manufacturing environment or accounting field, with strong computer skills, esp. with ERP systems.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills. Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Travel Requirements:

• Occasional travel between facilities and customer sites as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to stand, walk, sit, reach/pull/push with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel regularly.
• May lift or carry 50lbs. Weights exceeding 50lbs will require mechanical means to maneuver.

Become a part of our Builders and you too can...

• Uphold Safety and Quality Standards
• Embody Team Spirit
• Relentless Customer Focus
• Convey Integrity, Trust, and Professionalism
• Execute with Excellence and Velocity

What Keel will build for you:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Match
• HSA/FSA
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Internal Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Shift Differentials
• Overtime Potential
• Paid on the Job Training
• Certification Sponsorship Opportunities
• Committed to Individual Career Growth
• We Do Fun Things, Plus More!

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

What we build, builds us.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.