Inventory Coordinator

Viavi Solutions•Paeonian Springs, VA

About The Position

VIAVI (NASDAQ: VIAV) is a global provider of network test, monitoring and assurance solutions for telecommunications, cloud, enterprises, first responders, military, aerospace, and railway. VIAVI is also a leader in light management technologies for 3D sensing, anti-counterfeiting, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, government and aerospace applications. We are the people behind the products that help keep the world connected at home, school, work, at play, and everywhere in between. VIAVI employees are passionate about supporting customer success and we welcome people who bring their best every day to the company – to question, to collaborate and to push for solutions that will delight our customers. Inventory Coordinator Job Summary The Production Inventory Coordinator is responsible for ensuring smooth, timely movement of materials, subassemblies, and finished goods between work centers and warehouses. This role acts as a Lean “water spider,” keeping production flowing by transporting materials, staging kits at work cells, and returning empties and completed items so operators can stay focused on value-added work while strictly adhering to safe work practices.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Basic ability to read work orders, part labels, and routing or staging instructions.
Strong attention to detail to ensure correct material, quantity, and destination.
Ability to work independently while supporting multiple departments and work centers.
Good communication skills to coordinate with production, inventory, and warehouse teams.
Strong sense of urgency and service mindset toward keeping production running smoothly.
Reliability and consistency in following standard work and safety procedures.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and safe work practices.
Ability to push and pull carts and other manual handling equipment safely and effectively.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a production, warehouse, or logistics environment preferred.
Familiarity with internal material flow, manufacturing routes, or work orders is a plus.
Familiarity with ERP or inventory systems for simple material transactions is preferred.

Responsibilities

Material Transport and Internal Logistics Transport materials, components, subassemblies, and finished goods between work centers, warehouses, and staging areas based on production priorities and work orders.
Move completed work from one cell to the next step in the process (e.g., assembly to test, test to pack, pack to finished goods storage).
Return empty containers, pallets, and carts from work cells to designated warehouse or supermarket locations.
Follow established material routes and schedules, promptly reporting issues that may delay production.
Assist with pulling and staging kits for production cells based on work orders, pick lists, or kanban signals.
Deliver staged kits to the correct work cells before the start of jobs or shifts to prevent delays.
Verify that kits appear complete and properly labeled; report obvious shortages or discrepancies to Inventory/Production.
Remove excess or unused materials from work cells and return them to inventory following established procedures.
Ensure materials transported between locations are properly labeled, protected, and tracked (job number, part number, quantity).
Perform basic checks to confirm that the correct material, quantity, and destination are used for each movement.
Communicate any observed inventory discrepancies, damaged materials, or mis-labeled items to the appropriate supervisor.
Maintain 5S standards on material routes, staging zones, and line-side material areas (organized, clean, clearly labeled).
Support kanban or min/max replenishment systems by collecting kanban cards or signals and returning them to the appropriate control point.
Suggest improvements to container types, route layouts, and staging methods to reduce handling, walking, and delays.
Record required material movements (issues, transfers, returns) in the ERP or inventory system where applicable.
Communicate material shortages, delays, and priority changes to production leads and inventory/warehouse staff.
Adhere to all company safety policies and safe work practices, including proper lifting techniques, use of PPE, and safe operation of carts and other non-powered handling equipment.
Keep aisles, walkways, and loading areas clear, immediately reporting any safety hazards.