Materials Coordinator

Voltava; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Voltava in the United States is seeking a Materials Coordinator to manage inventory and material flow across receiving and production, ensuring material availability and on-time delivery. You will monitor inventory levels in the ERP system, coordinate expedited materials, and partner with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in materials management, strong organizational and analytical skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain, logistics, business operations, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers, suppliers, plant leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• A strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting production, operational, and customer requirements.
• Understanding material requirements, production schedules, inventory levels, and material flow.
• Working knowledge of inventory management, material flow, and plant layouts.
• Experience using an ERP system to monitor inventory and manage material requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to organize, track, and analyze data using spreadsheets.
• Ability to reconcile inventory and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and concepts.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently, follow through on responsibilities, and effectively manage priorities.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels using the ERP system, 5 Alarm system, and visual Min/Max alerts to prevent production interruptions.
• Coordinate and expedite material flow based on production and shipping requirements.
• Review schedules to identify material shortages, overdue materials, and potential disruptions.
• Partner with customers, receiving, production, and cross-functional teams to resolve material issues and ensure on-time delivery.
• Investigate inventory variances, perform cycle counts, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Coordinate Hot Shots and other expedited material requirements.
• Monitor and analyze OSR and proactively address material concerns.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities related to material flow, plant organization, layouts, systems, and processes.
• Support plant safety policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ERP proficiency

Inventory management

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Coursework in Supply Chain/Logistics

Tools

ERP system

Min/Max controls

OSR metrics

Microsoft Office

Job description

Materials Coordinator

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

About the Role:

The Material Coordinator plays a key role in keeping production running safely and efficiently by ensuring materials, parts, and assemblies are available when and where they are needed. This position manages inventory and material flow across receiving and production, identifies and resolves shortages or inventory variances, coordinates expedited materials, and partners with customers, plant leadership, and cross-functional teams to meet production and delivery commitments. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, and responsive, with a strong sense of urgency and a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do:

• Monitor inventory levels using the ERP system, 5 Alarm system, and visual Min/Max alerts to prevent production interruptions.
• Coordinate and expedite material flow based on production and shipping requirements.
• Review schedules to identify material shortages, overdue materials, and potential disruptions.
• Partner with customers, receiving, production, and cross-functional teams to resolve material issues and ensure on-time delivery.
• Investigate inventory variances, perform cycle counts, identify root causes, and support corrective actions.
• Coordinate Hot Shots and other expedited material requirements.
• Monitor and analyze OSR and proactively address material concerns.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities related to material flow, plant organization, layouts, systems, and processes.
• Support plant safety policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• 3+ years of experience in materials management, supply chain, logistics, business operations, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with customers, suppliers, plant leadership, and cross-functional teams.
• A strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting production, operational, and customer requirements.
• Understanding material requirements, production schedules, inventory levels, and material flow.
• Working knowledge of inventory management, material flow, and plant layouts.
• Experience using an ERP system to monitor inventory and manage material requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to organize, track, and analyze data using spreadsheets.
• Ability to reconcile inventory and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and concepts.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently, follow through on responsibilities, and effectively manage priorities.
• Ability to build positive working relationships and interact professionally with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience in an automotive, manufacturing, or assembly environment.
• Experience in material planning, production control, inventory management, or logistics.
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and variance resolution.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, Min/Max inventory controls, visual management systems, or material shortage/alert processes.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root-cause analysis.
• Experience coordinating expedited material deliveries, including Hot Shots.
• Experience monitoring and analyzing OSR or similar operational and material performance metrics.
• Experience partnering directly with customers to resolve material, inventory, or production-related issues.
• Familiarity with mobile equipment and material-handling operations.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or coursework in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Logistics, Business, Operations, or a related field is a plus.

Travel:

• No travel required.

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

Our Core Values:

Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.

• Respect:We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity:We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.