Material Coordinator – 1st Shift

USA Donaldson Company Inc.; Greeneville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Donaldson Company is seeking a Material Coordinator to ensure timely and accurate material flow to support production line schedules. You will work with manufacturing, master planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams to develop sequenced line schedules, resolve shortages, and maintain Oracle data integrity. The role is on 1st shift (6:30 a.m.

– 3:00 p.m.) and on-site at our Greeneville, TN facility. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, data-driven decision-making, and effective

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions to support production flow.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn Oracle/MRP systems.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Use the production schedule to collaborate with manufacturing, master planning, materials, and purchasing teams to prepare a sequenced line schedule.
• Reschedule work orders when materials or resources are not available to meet the original schedule.
• Adjust work order quantities to match actual production output and communicate status to the team.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Oracle/MRP

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Oracle (MRP)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. The Material Coordinator is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate material flow to support production line schedules and customer demand. This role works closely with manufacturing, master planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams to develop sequenced line schedules, resolve material shortages, and maintain inventory accuracy within Oracle. The Material Coordinator uses strong analytical skills, data-driven decision-making, and effective communication to proactively identify and address issues that could impact production. This position requires organization, attention to detail, and the ability to function effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure situations while driving continuous improvement across material planning, flow, and inventory processes.

This role is on 1st shift, with hours from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and is located on-site at our manufacturing facility in Greeneville, TN.

Roles Responsibilities:

• Use the production schedule as a guide to collaborate with manufacturing, master planning, materials, and purchasing teams to prepare a sequenced line schedule.
• Work with master planning to reschedule work orders when materials or manufacturing resources are not available to meet the original schedule.
• Collaborate with master planning to adjust work order quantities to match actual production output.
• Communicate effectively - both verbally and in writing to update team members on product status and issues requiring resolution.
• Communicate material pick lists to warehouse and purchasing personnel to support production schedules.
• Analyze data and apply problem-solving skills to resolve material issues that negatively impact production schedules and customer demand.
• Plan, execute, measure, and control material stocking levels to ensure continuous production flow and 100% on-time delivery to internal and external customers.
• Coordinate factory floor material handling resources, assisting with material handling when necessary.
• Ensure Oracle data integrity, including on-hand inventory and WIP balances.
• Lead and coordinate the 8D process for stockouts and production schedule conflicts.
• Utilize strong computer skills in Oracle (MRP) and Microsoft Excel to support material planning activities.
• Maintain high levels of organization, detail orientation, and self-motivation, especially in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
• Drive continuous improvement in material planning, material flow, inventory accuracy, and on-time work order completion.
• Attend required training seminars and participate in on-the-job training provided by the supervisor or designee.
• Enter labor and scrap data daily with accuracy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain reliable daily attendance as a basic requirement of this role.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions to support production flow.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn Oracle/MRP systems.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision.
• Ability to collaborate professionally with teams across manufacturing, materials, planning, and purchasing.
• Reliable daily attendance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in material planning, scheduling, or inventory coordination in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using Oracle (MRP) or similar enterprise systems.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing, material flow, and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience coordinating or contributing to root-cause analysis activities (e.g., 8D).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and production needs.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.). Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans Employment opportunities for positions in the United States may require use of information which is subject to the export control regulations of the United States. Hiring decisions for such positions are required by law to be made in compliance with these regulations. Applicants for employment opportunities in other countries must be able to meet the comparable export control requirements of that country and of the United States. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world’s most complex filtration and contamination control challenges, and is one of the largest global providers of unique filtration technologies and high-quality filters and parts. Our filtration technologies and products are used every day, in a variety of industries and environments, including aerospace, agriculture, construction, food and beverage, manufacturing, mining, power generation, transportation and many more. Key to our success, our 14,000 employees support customers at sales, manufacturing and distribution centers from over 140 locations on six continents. The filtration market continues to grow. Customers' needs for filtration solutions continue to evolve. And the opportunities for our products and our people continue to expand.

Learn more at www.donaldson.com.