Production Materials Orchestrator

Aerotek; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Production Materials Coordinator in Carlsbad, CA. This contract role supports production schedules by coordinating material staging for work orders, resolving shortages, and optimizing team resources. Onsite environment with PPE and safety requirements.

The position emphasizes accurate material movements, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to GMP/documentation practices in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of relevant experience in inventory management, material staging, and production scheduling.
• Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, or a similar industry preferred.
• Transactional experience with ERP systems.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing-related computer software.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Experience with Good Documentation Practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely material staging for production work orders.
• Ensure accurate and timely transactions of material movements.
• Optimize the use of team resources and tools.
• Resolve material shortages and supply issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Provide guidance to Materials Management Specialists.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to quality standards and process documentation.
• Safeguard materials against loss and follow corrective action protocols.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities related to material movement, transaction execution, and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain proactive and effective communication with team members, internal customers, and partners.
• Participate in inter-team and interdepartmental problem-solving activities.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Inventory management experience

Life sciences/biotech experience

ERP transactions

Manufacturing software familiarity

Excel skills

Good Documentation Practices

Attention to detail

Forklift certification

Organizational skills

Prioritization under pressure

Communication & teamwork

Reliability & self-motivation

Independence and collaboration

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a Production Materials Coordinator in Carlsbad, CA. This contract role supports production schedules by coordinating material staging for work orders, resolving shortages, and optimizing team resources. Onsite environment with PPE and safety requirements.

The position emphasizes accurate material movements, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to GMP/documentation practices in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.