Tate Andale LLC is a manufacturer of heavy-duty, build-to-order equipment for industrial, marine, and specialty applications. We design and build filters, valves, vents, and pressure vessels to ASME, military, and industry standards, with in-house design, manufacturing, and testing, all under one roof. Our team works closely across the office and shop floor, and every order we ship depends on getting the right materials in the right place at the right time.
The Supply Chain Coordinator supports the purchasing and production processes by coordinating material procurement, maintaining accurate ERP records, and ensuring required materials and documentation are available to support the production schedule. This position works to obtain pricing, prepare purchase orders, track material requirements, and maintain accurate job records in accordance with the company’s ISO 9001 requirements.
This is a full-time, on-site, non-exempt position, Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, including unpaid lunch from 12:00-12:30 pm. The position reports to the Engineering Manager, who is responsible for maintaining the bill of materials and ERP.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Supply Chain
- Review upcoming production orders and materials that need to be purchased.
- Prepare and send Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to approved vendors.
- Obtain and compare vendor quotations, lead times, availability, and other purchasing information, and enter it into the ERP.
- Prepare purchase orders based on approved requirements and quotations for review and issuance to vendors.
- Review job due dates against material availability and required purchases, and flag conflicts to Production and Engineering.
- Monitor outstanding purchase orders and follow up with vendors on manufacturing status, shipping dates, and anticipated delivery dates to ensure materials arrive in time to support the production schedule.
- Proactively communicate any delays to affected parties.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and vendor information within the ERP system.
- Assist with resolving purchasing, receiving, and material-related discrepancies.
Job Packet & QMS Records
- Print and prepare new job packets as orders are released and production requirements are established.
- Scan completed job packets and supporting documentation for permanent electronic records.
- Verify scanned records are complete, legible, and properly organized before filing.
- Maintain electronic job records in accordance with established ISO 9001 QMS procedures and document-control requirements.
- Identify missing or incomplete documentation and coordinate with the appropriate personnel to obtain corrections or missing records.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, and comfort communicating with vendors and internal departments.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
- Ability to learn and accurately use ERP and document-management systems.
- Ability to understand and follow established procedures and quality requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in purchasing, supply chain, manufacturing, ERP systems, or an administrative role.
- Additional education in supply chain, business, manufacturing, or a related field.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or other QMS environments.
Key Attributes
- Proactive in identifying potential purchasing or production issues.
- Takes ownership of the accuracy and completeness of records.
- Dependable, with strong follow-through on open items and vendor commitments.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
- Able to work effectively with both office and production personnel.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 35 lbs.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods, including on the manufacturing floor as needed.
- Regularly works in an office environment (computer, phone, printer/scanner use) and occasionally in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and moving equipment.
- May be required to operate a forklift or other powered industrial equipment as needed. Forklift training and certification will be provided by the company.
401k with employer match
Paid vacation and eleven paid holidays
Pay range: $24.00 to $34.00 per hour, Starting pay based on experience.
Other Duties
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees are expected to follow other reasonable job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
- Tate Andale LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.