Production Expeditor

O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc.; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance and short-

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

Bereavement and jury duty leave

Job summary

O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. seeks a Production Expeditor in North Haven, CT, to support manufacturing by coordinating outside processing, managing inventory reconciliations, and performing ERP transactions to ensure on-time production flow.

The role requires attention to detail, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and strong communication to align with floor supervisors and vendors. Benefits include health, life, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in production operations.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP/MRP systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inventory reconciliation for materials returned from Production to Warehouse.
• Perform D365 inventory transactions to return materials from production floor to stock.
• Review production schedules to identify materials needing outside processing with lead time.
• Maintain a centralized OSP tracking report for vendors, due dates, and production needs.
• Ensure outside processing orders and inventory movements align with shipment dates.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Written and verbal communication

Education

APICS certification

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

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Production Expeditor

Production Planning IN North Haven, CT, US

Salary Range: $22.00 To $27.00 Annually

Verbiage to be added to job postings regarding pay transparency and benefits packages:

The pay range for this position is $22 to $27 hourly. Individual compensation within this range is determined based on relevant skills, education, certifications, experience, internal equity, market data, the scope and responsibilities of the position, geographic location, and alignment with the Company's compensation practices and business needs.

O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays (13 days annually), and sick leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements and company policies.

Job purpose

The Production Expeditor is responsible for supporting manufacturing operations by coordinating outside processing activities, managing inventory reconciliations, performing ERP transactions, and assisting with material flow to ensure production requirements are met efficiently and on time.

Duties and responsibilities

• Own and coordinate the inventory reconciliation process for materials being returned from Production to the Warehouse.
• Perform all required D365 inventory transactions to accurately return materials from the production floor to warehouse stock.
• Review upcoming production schedules and identify materials requiring outside processing to ensure sufficient lead time for completion.
• Maintaining a centralized OSP tracking report that identifies what's at each vendor, what's due back, and what's needed for upcoming production.
• Coordinate with Floor Supervisors to ensure production orders for outside processed materials are started and completed in time to meet scheduled shipment dates.
• Monitor outside processing inventory levels and upcoming requirements to proactively identify potential shortages.
• Ensure outside processing priorities are clearly communicated to Production, Warehouse, and outside vendors.
• Follow up on overdue outside processing orders and work with vendors to expedite material when necessary.
• Verify that outside processing production orders, purchase orders, and associated inventory transactions are properly completed and closed in D365.
• Coordinate with Floor Supervisors and Warehouse personnel to ensure materials are properly identified, accounted for, and physically transferred to the appropriate warehouse locations.
• Generate and print accurate inventory labels for materials being returned to stock.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, and inventory locations to ensure accuracy between physical inventory and D365.
• Develop a strong working knowledge of D365 inventory transactions, including inventory transfers, adjustments, receipts, and other material movements.
• Assist Production, Warehouse, Planning, and Materials personnel in researching and resolving inventory discrepancies and transaction-related issues.
• Identify and help correct inaccurate or incomplete inventory transactions in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow up on outstanding inventory issues to ensure timely resolution and accurate system records.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of relevant experience in production operations or related discipline and exposure to scheduling techniques highly desirable.
• Exposure to and practical understanding of Lean Manufacturing strongly preferred.
• APICS certified strongly preferred.
• Advanced experience working in Excel and ERP/MRP systems for operations preferred.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Working conditions

Exposure to shop elements making conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.

Physical requirements

• Standing – 4 to 6 Hours per day
• Walking - 4 to 6 Hours per day
• Lifting (below shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs.
• Lifting (above shoulder) – 30 to 50 lbs.
• Push/Pull – 30 to 50 lbs.
• Stooping/kneeling/bending – 2 hours per day – occasionally
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with other members of the organization verbally, nonverbally, and in writing.

Other

• Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• This job description is subject to change at any time.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or willingness to learn and participate in Lean Manufacturing processes or activities

Direct reports

None

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.