Kanban Coordinator

NuAire, Inc.•Plymouth, MN

13d•$28 - $32

About The Position

NuAire is a public company that manufactures life science laboratory equipment for the research and healthcare industry. The Kanban Coordinator coordinates, maintains, and improves Kanban inventory systems to ensure consistent material availability throughout manufacturing operations. The role works closely with Materials, Purchasing, and Manufacturing to establish appropriate inventory levels, manage replenishment, improve material flow, and reduce excess inventory. It also supports continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory accuracy, efficient material movement, point-of-use delivery, and expanding Kanban systems throughout the facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with an ERP system.
Valid Minnesota driver's license.
Knowledge of Kanban, pull systems, and lean manufacturing principles.
Knowledge of ERP inventory transactions and replenishment processes.
Knowledge of inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and root-cause problem solving.
Microsoft Excel skills and ability to perform basic inventory performance reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Good communication skills for interacting with other departments.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, flow, and lean principles.
Ability to monitor and ensure quality of work.
Self-directed approach and sense of ownership.
Inventory and product control experience.
Attention to detail and ability to follow direction.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

Responsibilities

Establish, maintain, and continuously improve Kanban systems, including replenishment quantities, reorder points, and inventory locations.
Monitor inventory levels, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrective actions to maintain accurate Kanban inventory.
Work with Purchasing and suppliers to support replenishment schedules, material availability, and inventory optimization.
Identify opportunities to improve point-of-use delivery, reduce material handling, and eliminate unnecessary inventory movement.
Support the implementation and expansion of Kanban systems throughout manufacturing.
Track material shortages, inventory accuracy, replenishment performance, and Kanban system effectiveness.
Develop and maintain Kanban procedures, visual controls, and training documentation.
Work with Manufacturing, Materials, and Purchasing to resolve shortages and improve material availability.