Materials Coordinator I

Fairlead Precision Manufacturing & Integration, Llc; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairlead Precision Manufacturing & Integration, Llc is seeking a dedicated individual in Portsmouth, Virginia, to oversee the receipt and distribution of production materials. The ideal candidate will manage logistics and work collaboratively with internal teams and vendors.

Applicants must possess excellent communication skills, a high school diploma, and at least three years of logistics experience. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and strong relationship-building abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3 years related logistics or materials experience required.
• Experience with Newport News Shipbuilding is preferred.
• U.S. Citizenship with background check eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Manage receipt and distribution of production materials.
• Collaborate with different departments for material availability.
• Monitor purchase and acceptance of materials.
• Assist in developing departmental policies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in ERP/MRP systems

Motivating team members

Forklift operation

Construction experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

201 WAVY - PORTSMOUTH, VA 23704 US (Primary)

Category: Material Control

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the receipt, storage, kitting, and distribution of production material.
• Ensure time keeping accuracy, departmental safety, and efficiency are all maintained.
• Work with supervisor, vendors, suppliers, and internal and external customers to ensure the on‑time availability of production material across several facilities.
• Coordinate with production control, planning, purchasing, programs, and quality personnel on project specific material and receipt inspection requirements where applicable.
• Monitor the purchase, receipt, and acceptance of vendor, customer, and government furnished material(s).
• Work with department supervisor to provide weekly material availability reports for all WIP, to generate weekly and daily plans of action and milestones, and to effectively communicate with management, staff, vendors, and other internal and external team members.
• Assist with the development and continuous improvement of departmental policies and procedures.
• Periodically audit material inventory and ensure compliance with current policies and procedures.
• Other tasks/duties as directed.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate professional, morally, and ethically sound behavior not only consistent with company policies but also in keeping with a position requiring access to and the development of sensitive technical and financial data.
• Develop rapport and professional working relationship with internal and external customers, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and other internal and external team members.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to form strong relationships and communication channels across the organization. Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely to supervision, customers, and staff.
• Proficient in the use of ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Adobe Acrobat.
• Must be able to motivate supporting team members proficiently and effectively.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years related logistics or materials experience.
• Technical, trade, and Naval ship new construction experience preferred.
• Prior forklift experience preferred.
• Experience with Newport News Shipbuilding, Electric Boat, and/or other shipbuilding facilities preferred.
• U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass and hold various background checks and security clearances.

Physical Demands

While performing these job duties, employees are routinely required to stand, walk, lift, climb, crawl, and sit. To use their hands and fingers to reach, handle, and feel objects, tools, or controls and to type or write. Employees are also required to be able to see, talk, hear, and smell. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position is performed in a traditional shipyard environment with frequent local travel between facilities and project locations as required. Expect to spend portions of each day in the yard and/or at various locations. Occasional travel outside the local area may be required to support customers, vendors, suppliers, and other team members.

Job Requirements

# of Hires Needed: 1

Salary Grade: N/A

Fairlead Integrated, LLC. and its subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Employ Opportunity and affirmative action employers (Minority / Female / Disability / Veterans).