Production Flow & Materials Expediter

Synerfac Technical Staffing; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking a Production Expediter for a manufacturing client to move materials and work orders through the shop floor. The role emphasizes production control, purchasing, and inventory management to resolve delays and ensure on-time deliveries.

The candidate will track and expedite work orders, coordinate routing and BOMs, and collaborate with planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel is required.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing, including production control, materials planning, purchasing, inventory, warehouse operations, or production expediting.
• Reading and interpreting basic engineering drawings, bills of material, work orders, and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems for managing inventory, material flow, and production data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including data tracking, basic formulas, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• AA/AS in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Infor XA, SAP, or comparable ERP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Track and expedite work orders and routers to keep production schedules on target.
• Drive higher rates of on-time production readiness by proactively coordinating scheduled work.
• Identify and resolve material shortages, delays, and bottlenecks before they impact production.
• Support ongoing efforts to strengthen inventory accuracy across materials and finished goods.
• Communicate proactively and elevate production issues promptly to keep stakeholders informed.
• Partner with manufacturing, planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams to help resolve material shortages, meet production completion dates, and hit customer shipment deadlines.
• Coordinate production routing, bills of material, and work instructions to support accurate material and inventory flow.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel

Problem solving

Communication

Education

AA/AS in Business or related field

Tools

Infor XA

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Synerfac Technical Staffing is seeking a Production Expediter for a manufacturing client to move materials and work orders through the shop floor. The role emphasizes production control, purchasing, and inventory management to resolve delays and ensure on-time deliveries.

The candidate will track and expedite work orders, coordinate routing and BOMs, and collaborate with planning, purchasing, and warehouse teams. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel is required.