Materials Clerk

ADI Global Distribution; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and health insurance

Life assistance program

Disability insurance

401k Plan

Vacation & holidays

Job summary

ADI Global Distribution is seeking a Materials Coordinator for our speaker manufacturing facility in NE Portland. You will maintain material availability, monitor inventory, and coordinate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Inventory teams to ensure accurate records and efficient material flow.

The role requires 1+ year of related experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office. You will use 5S, Kanban, and ERP systems to optimize inventory and support continuous

Qualifications

• 1+ years of inventory, materials, warehouse, or logistics experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or retail environment.
• Experience performing cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and inventory control activities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Accurately receive incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of goods and promptly putting materials away.
• Maintain warehouse and materials areas to established 5S standards, utilizing bin location systems, Kanban processes, and visual inventory controls.
• Monitor inventory levels and material consumption to identify replenishment requirements.
• Communicate material requirements and recommended order quantities to Purchasing for procurement action.
• Take ownership of cycle counting and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Assist with inventory reconciliation and inventory process improvement initiatives.
• Support annual physical inventories, audits, and inventory preparation activities.
• Process manufacturing scrap and lead efforts to identify opportunities for scrap reduction and improved inventory utilization.
• Assist in maintaining accurate material locations, labeling, and warehouse layout standards.
• Act as a backup for the Materials Handler position as required.
• Follow and reinforce established safety procedures and safe material handling practices.
• Utilize forklifts and other mobile equipment to safely move inventory and materials throughout the facility.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, material flow, warehouse organization, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counts

5S standards

MS Office

Team collaboration

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Kanban

Job description

The Materials Coordinator reports to the Supply Chain Manager and is a key member of the materials team supporting our speaker manufacturing facility located off Airport Way in NE Portland. This position is responsible for maintaining material availability through inventory monitoring, receiving operations, warehouse organization, inventory control, and material planning activities.

The Materials Coordinator works closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Inventory teams to ensure accurate inventory records, efficient material flow, and uninterrupted production operations. This role is responsible for identifying replenishment needs, maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting warehouse operations, and driving continuous improvements in inventory control and materials management.

The successful candidate will be a proactive self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and takes ownership of inventory accuracy, material availability, and warehouse organization.

Key Accountabilities

• Accurately receive incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of goods and promptly putting materials away.

• Maintain warehouse and materials areas to established 5S standards, utilizing bin location systems, Kanban processes, and visual inventory controls.

• Monitor inventory levels and material consumption to identify replenishment requirements.

• Analyze inventory positions, usage trends, min/max levels, and Kanban activity to determine required replenishment quantities.

• Communicate material requirements and recommended order quantities to Purchasing for procurement action.

• Monitor potential material shortages and proactively communicate risks to Manufacturing and Purchasing teams.

• Take an ownership role in cycle counting physical inventory and ensuring inventory accuracy.

• Count and validate materials and supplies in stock and compare balances to inventory records.

• Identify, research, and recommend corrective actions for inventory discrepancies.

• Assist with inventory reconciliation and inventory process improvement initiatives.

• Support annual physical inventories, audits, and inventory preparation activities.

• Process manufacturing scrap and lead efforts to identify opportunities for scrap reduction and improved inventory utilization.

• Analyze and process obsolete, excess, damaged, or non-conforming materials for disposition.

• Support warehouse material flow, storage optimization, and inventory organization efforts.

• Assist in maintaining accurate material locations, labeling, and warehouse layout standards.

• Act as a backup for the Materials Handler position as required.

• Maintain a personal workspace that meets 5S standards.

• Follow and reinforce established safety procedures and safe material handling practices.

• Utilize forklifts and other mobile equipment to safely move inventory and materials throughout the facility.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management, material flow, warehouse organization, and operational efficiency.

YOU MUST HAVE:

• 1+ years of inventory, materials, warehouse, or logistics experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or retail environment.

• Experience performing cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and inventory control activities.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and strong interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across multiple departments.

WE VALUE:

• Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment.

• Experience working within an ERP system such as SAP.

• Experience with Kanban replenishment systems and inventory management processes.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with warehouse 5S and continuous improvement methodologies.

ABOUT US

ADI is a leading global distributor and solutions provider of security, AV, and smart living technologies, helping professionals deliver smarter, safer, and more connected experiences for homes and businesses around the world. Through trusted brands, exclusive solutions, and strong industry partnerships, ADI supports more than 110,000 customers across residential and commercial markets globally. From security and video surveillance to networking, audio, automation, fire, and connected technologies, ADI offers a broad portfolio of products, services, and software designed to support the evolving needs of integrators, installers, and technology professionals. With a global team spanning operations, sales, supply chain, digital, customer experience, engineering, and more, ADI combines deep industry expertise with innovation and service to help customers grow and succeed in an evolving industry. At ADI, our teams help create the technologies, partnerships, and experiences that keep people connected, protected, and supported every day. Learn more at www.adiglobal.com .

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Job Identification: 19674

Job Category: Materials Management

Job Schedule: Full time

Degree Level: No Formal Education

Incentive Eligible N/A

Business ADI Global Distribution

Hiring Salary Range The typical hiring salary for this role, ranges from USD $17.26 to $23.00 per hour but varies by specific work location. Within a range, our company determines base pay for an individual based on various factors, including market conditions, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• life and health insurance
• life assistance program
• accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• disability insurance
• 401k Plan
• vacation & holidays

At ADI, we bring together diverse individuals to build the future of homes. ADI is an equal opportunity employer.