Expeditor 3

Lam Research•Tualatin, OR

10d

About The Position

The Expeditor is part of Lam’s Global Operations Group and supports production schedules by coordinating, routing, and expediting materials to address shortages. The role ensures incoming materials are properly routed and monitors material flow between departments to meet scheduled commitments. As part of the Production Control Floor Support (PCFS) team, the Expeditor helps resolve manufacturing-floor material shortages and concerns involving production orders, material flow, and operational escalations. The team monitors inventory, provides status updates to internal customers, and facilitates timely delivery of materials to minimize delays and meet production goals. The work takes place in a fast-paced, changing environment and involves managing a wide range of activities.

Requirements

Minimum of 1–2 years of related experience.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving skills, including analyzing shortages, assessing risk, and developing practical solutions.
Effective communication and ability to collaborate with stakeholders across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, and Operations.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
Team-oriented approach, including seeking feedback, sharing knowledge, and supporting others.
Ability to identify improvement opportunities and drive small to moderate process enhancements.
Adaptability and flexibility to changing business priorities and operational demands.
Commitment to following established safety procedures and promoting a safe work environment.

Nice To Haves

Cross-functional experience and ability to quickly learn and support multiple operational areas.
2+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, production control, logistics, inventory management, or a related operational environment.
Experience in the semiconductor, high-tech manufacturing, or capital equipment industry.
Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; SAP experience preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Experience analyzing material shortages, inventory issues, and production constraints.
Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and operational problem solving.
Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities.
Ability to interpret data, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Experience training, mentoring, or providing guidance to peers.
Cross-functional experience supporting multiple operational or manufacturing disciplines.

Responsibilities

Manage material availability and shortage mitigation activities supporting Manufacturing and Pilot operations.
Analyze shortages, determine mitigation strategies, and coordinate resolutions through cross-functional teams.
Process and manage inventory transactions, including stock movements, blocking and unblocking material, and outgoing material verification.
Support operation releases, material escalations, and work-in-progress (WIP) issue resolution.
Review and approve material transfer requests while identifying and mitigating no-stock risks.
Coordinate spare part requests, material transfers, and other logistics activities to ensure production continuity.
Monitor material priorities and demand requirements, making recommendations to support manufacturing schedules.
Escalate supply chain, inventory, and production constraints as needed to minimize operational impact.
Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer support.
Demonstrate behaviors aligned with Lam's core values while focusing on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.