Material Dispatcher I

Albany International Corp. • Salt Lake City, UT

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is one of the most technically advanced
designers and manufacturers of lightweight composite aerospace structures,
subassemblies and components. For more than 50 years, AEC has innovated
advanced composite solutions for defense and commercial industries in
applications from large commercial transports to fighter jets and commercial and
military rotorcraft.

Our composite design and fabrication expertise can be found on many defense
programs. AEC provides a wide range of products including complete structural
assemblies, flight critical components, primary and secondary structural
elements for platforms such as the F-35 Lightning II, the CH-53K Heavy-lift
Helicopter and the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM).

AEC is committed to delivering high-quality, economical composite solutions to
our customers. Significant investment in infrastructure and automation
ensures AEC is positioned to maximize that value, offering the right processes
to meet our customer’s needs.

Job Summary

The Dispatcher plays a key role in maintaining the smooth and efficient flow of
production within the manufacturing facility. This position ensures production
orders are Ready to Execute (RTE) by proactively preparing all required
materials, tools, and resources ahead of time. The Dispatcher is the central
point of coordination between planning and production, ensuring compliance with
the build plan, cleanliness and safety standards, and timely material movement
across work centers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, logistics, or production dispatching strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret build plans and manufacturing schedules.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., ERP/MRP systems, Excel, email).
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to [X] lbs occasionally.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with frequent movement between work centers.

Responsibilities

• Review and execute to the build plan to ensure all jobs are RTE prior to their scheduled start.
• Order and stage required materials, tools, fixtures, and programs in advance of job start.
• Keep one full day ahead of manufacturing by preparing “next-in” work.
• Ensure paper planning documents are available and accurate per the build plan.
• Walk assigned production areas to monitor work progress and identify jobs ready to move.
• Move completed jobs to the next work center and confirm proper MHE (Material Handling Equipment) is used and parts are protected during transport.
• Support expedited movement of high-priority jobs, including notifying the next work center of incoming parts.
• Maintain continuous communication with manufacturing teams to help resolve issues impacting daily targets (Takt time and on-time starts).
• Attend daily manufacturing meetings to understand the schedule, address "Held-For" issues, and align with the production plan.
• At shift end, ensure all work areas are clean, aisles are clear, carts are aligned, and a proper shift handoff is completed.
• Participate in safety initiatives, including the HazID Program, and reinforce safety protocols in all material movements.
• Track and report parts with more than 20 Days In Area (DIA); escalate to manufacturing for resolution.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying blockers to flow and proposing corrective actions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Top notch benefits program including generous 401(k) match, paid time off, and a strong commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED