Fabrication Inventory Coordinator

Mestek•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Material Handler – Fabrication Department supports production by safely receiving, moving, staging, and tracking sheet metal, raw materials, and work-in-process throughout the fabrication workflow. The role helps ensure that lasers, press brakes, welding, and downstream departments receive the right materials at the right time to maintain efficient production flow. It requires operation of forklifts and overhead cranes. The position includes receiving and verifying materials, maintaining organized storage and staging areas, delivering materials and consumables, completing ERP inventory transactions and documentation, monitoring material traceability and FIFO rotation, and supporting inventory accuracy. The employee also performs routine equipment checks, follows safety and environmental requirements, collaborates on workflow improvements, and assists with training and cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Forklift and overhead crane certification, or ability to certify within 30 days.
Ability to read and interpret work orders, material tags, and basic fabrication documents.
Experience in a metal fabrication or industrial environment.
Knowledge of basic shop math and measurement principles.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
Willingness to cross-train in other departments.
Willingness to work flexible shifts and overtime as needed.
Basic computer skills, including ERP, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling sheet metal bundles or large plate.
Experience supporting lasers, turrets, press brakes, and welding operations.
Experience with cycle counts or inventory control.
Familiarity with 5S or lean manufacturing principles.
Prior experience in a high-mix custom manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload sheet steel, tubing, angle, and other commodities using forklifts and overhead cranes.
Count or weigh incoming materials to verify quantities.
Stock raw materials in designated locations and maintain organized, clearly labeled storage areas.
Pull sheet metal and raw materials for fabrication orders.
Stage materials for lasers, press brakes, weld cells, and downstream departments.
Transport materials and work-in-process throughout fabrication to maintain production flow.
Maintain clean, organized staging areas for raw materials and work-in-process.
Deliver consumables and small items to support machine operators.
Empty scrap and trash bins regularly.
Charge time accurately to work orders and maintain required paperwork.
Verify material type, gauge, and quantity before staging or delivery.
Identify quality issues and follow Nonconforming Material procedures.
Perform receiving and inventory transactions in the ERP system.
Track inventory usage and document part movement.
Report missing or damaged materials promptly.
Maintain documentation standards for cycle counts and inventory accuracy.
Ensure compliance with material traceability requirements.
Track scrap weights and types for reporting.
Maintain FIFO rotation for sheet steel and consumables.
Update MDI boards to reflect material flow status.
Perform routine daily and weekly preventative maintenance checks on forklifts and overhead cranes.
Monitor equipment for wear, damage, or safety concerns and report issues immediately.
Maintain adequate supplies for daily workflow.
Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and environmental protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
Participate in team meetings focused on workflow improvement, safety, and production goals.
Assist in training and mentoring new or junior material handlers.
Support cross-functional initiatives to reduce lead time and improve quality.
Assist with root-cause documentation for material errors and process issues.
Audit material accuracy and documentation within the department.
Collaborate with fabrication leads, supervisors, and other departments to resolve material-flow challenges.
Perform other related duties as assigned.