Materials Coordinator — Inventory, Shipping & Lean 5S

Bauer Compressors, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bauer Compressors, Inc. is seeking a Material Coordinator in Norfolk, VA to maintain inventory control and ensure smooth material flow to assembly and warehouse operations, adhering to Lean 5S and ISO quality standards.

The role includes receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping activities, with a Monday–Friday schedule and occasional overtime. Strong computer skills and at least 1 year of warehousing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year in warehouse, storeroom, logistics, or distribution.
• Able to communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and operate material handling equipment.
• Forklift certification or experience preferred.
• RF scanner experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pulls parts from inventory and updates tracking in the system.
• Receives and moves goods using VLM or similar equipment; records transactions.
• Prepare and package shipments; complete shipping paperwork.
• Coordinate with shipping to fulfill orders on time.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Maintain safety and Lean 5S workplace standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Forklift operation

RF scanner experience

Basic math

Computer proficiency

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Warehouse experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

M2M (Made 2 Manage)

VLM/Carousel picking

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Bauer Compressors, Inc. is seeking a Material Coordinator in Norfolk, VA to maintain inventory control and ensure smooth material flow to assembly and warehouse operations, adhering to Lean 5S and ISO quality standards.

The role includes receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping activities, with a Monday–Friday schedule and occasional overtime. Strong computer skills and at least 1 year of warehousing experience are preferred.