Material Expeditor / MRB Coordinator

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail USA is seeking a Material Expeditor / MRB Coordinator in the Hagerstown, MD area to support North American vehicle projects. The role collaborates with the Head of Warehouse to ensure onshore activities run smoothly and will travel to manufacturing plants in Italy and customer sites in the US.

You will monitor vendor delivery schedules, report material coverage, reconcile inventory, and coordinate MRB meetings for final disposition of non-conforming materials.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a supply chain degree.
• 2–3 years in manufacturing with inventory management, PO tracking, vendor liaison, quality control inspection, logistics planning.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vendor delivery schedules for on-time arrival of goods for manufacturing.
• Coordinate MRB meetings and disposition of defective or non-conforming materials.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to ensure compliance with global standards.
• Oversee, document and plan materials management for introduction of manufacturing change notices.

Skills

Material Expeditor

MRB Coordination

Vendor liaison

Inventory management

Excel

SAP

Logistics planning

Negotiation

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or supply chain

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, theres something for everyone to get stuck into. And thats where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail USA is seeking a Material Expeditor / MRB Coordinator in support of our North American Vehicle projects. The Material Expeditor / MRB Coordinator will work closely with the Head of Warehouse Manager to ensure the accomplishment of onshore activities for the assigned projects. The position will be based in the Hagerstown, MD Area, with some travel to our manufacturing plants in Italy and customer locations in the United States.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Monitors vendor delivery schedules for on time arrival of goods for manufacturing.
• Daily report of material coverage for assigned projects.
• In coordination and collaboration with warehouse operations performs regular reconciliation of inventory for manufacturing feasibility analysis.
• Oversees occurrence and disposition of non-conforming materials within a manufacturing and commissioning sites.
• Coordinates and progress tracking of MRB meetings for evaluation and decision on final disposition of defective or non-conforming materials.
• Collaborates with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to ensure compliance with global standards.
• Monitors on time implementation of corrective actions at vendor level.
• Contact person for NCR resolution.
• Coordinates in collaboration with Project Operation team on site repair/rework/retrofit activities by external suppliers.
• Coordinates in collaboration with Project Operation team on management of serialized components.
• Oversees, document and plan materials management for introduction for manufacturing change notices until production staging.
• Supports Perform additional duties as needed.
• Adhere to company policies & procedures.
• Able to work overtime, Weekends and holidays (If necessary).
• Available for short business travels.
• Fluent in English.

Qualifications

• Recent Mechanical Engineering Graduate or supply chain relevant degree with 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing environment.
• Experience interfacing with inventory management, supply chain coordination, purchase order tracking, vendor liaison, quality control inspection, logistics planning.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to establish efficient and effective communication with domestic or foreign vendors assigned.
• Outstanding attention to detail, accuracy and ability to multitask.
• Able to be firm on company requirements for selected vendors.
• Proficient in the use of Excel and SAP preferred.
• Able to work in under pressure in fast-pace environment.
• Able to work in a manufacturing environment.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural environment, result oriented approach, proactivity, autonomy and open mind.

Education

• BS in Mechanical Engineering Graduate or supply chain relevant degree.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

This position works in a warehouse/production environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require. In accordance with the DOT's FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi's substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

Salary

The salary range for this position is $64,000 to $96,000 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Inclusive Approach

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Company Culture

Hitachi brings together the worlds greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. Thats why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the worlds biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, theres no challenge too great for our pioneers. And theres no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.