Expeditor

Escalade International Limited • Gainesville, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides a continuous flow of materials and supply to various departments to ensure production schedules are met.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year expeditor experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Has worked in a team-based environment.
• Must be able to demonstrate previous computer literacy and organization skills.
• Must receive annual safety training and annual training on handling hazardous waste relative to their department and position and in accordance to state and federal regulations.
• Must obtain forklift certification within first ninety (90) days of hire and renew certification every two years.

Responsibilities

• Reviews documents such as production schedules to determine material requirements, and material priorities.
• Arranges for delivery and distribution of supplies and parts in order to expedite flow of materials and meet production schedules. Must be able to think ahead to the next step in the manufacturing process and anticipate future needs at each work center.
• Maintains inventories of materials and supplies necessary to meet production demands. Converts raw materials to WIP in AS400 computer system.
• Ensure location number is established in the AS400 computer system for all inventory. Determine the location of where inventory should be located in the warehouse prior to placing inventory into the AS400 computer system.
• Tracks, troubleshoots & adjusts inventory in AS400 system with assistance from the Production Scheduler and the department supervisor. Performs cycle counts of raw materials.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
• Communicates effectively and works very closely with receiving, quality control, work order expeditor and leadership within the facility to resolve issues and achieve maximum efficiencies.
• Communicates to purchasing any material issues that may arise through the course of production.
• Works very closely with receiving to ensure materials are stored properly to ensure they are located effortlessly and there is no delay to the production process.
• Works with production department leads to quickly get each project moved along.
• Confer with department supervisors and other personnel to assess progress and discuss needed changes.
• Comprehends written and verbal instructions and translates them into actionable tasks in support of the production process
• Refers to procedural instructions appropriate for each job, function or assignment before commencing work.
• Uses time effectively and promotes strong team atmosphere by assisting others and multitasking when necessary.
• Promotes quality by maintaining discipline and compliance of procedures related to job specifications.
• All other tasks as assigned by the Production Manager, Director of Operations or direct supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees