Material Services Coordinator - 2nd Shift

JEFFERSON INDUSTRIES CORPORATION•West Jefferson, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As the North American headquarters for G-TEKT Corporation, Jefferson Industries actively participates in the Global Automotive Industry. As part of our involvement, Jefferson Industries Corporation offers design and development for press dies and other tools necessary to produce automotive products. We embrace programs for product development including product design review and Advanced Product Quality Planning. Our facilities support high quality product manufacturing, and we provide a timely and flexible approach to meeting the needs of our customers. We are actively seeking a Coordinator to join our Material Services department on 2nd Shift (core schedule, Monday through Thursday 4:00 pm to 12:30 am; and Fridays 3:30 pm to 12:00 am).

Requirements

Minimum of 1–3 years of related experience in shipping, receiving, logistics, warehouse operations, or material services within a manufacturing environment
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret instructions, correspondence, reports, and operational procedures
Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one and group settings
Ability to calculate rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret basic operational data and graphs
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
Forklift certification required or ability to obtain certification

Nice To Haves

Internal Forklift Trainer certification preferred
Valid driver’s license preferred
Experience with ERP, WMS, inventory control, and shipping systems preferred
Knowledge of barcode scanning systems and inventory transaction processes preferred
Knowledge of automotive manufacturing, JIT delivery systems, material flow, and inventory control processes preferred
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles, FIFO practices, and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience coordinating shipping, receiving, dock operations, and logistics activities
Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safe material handling practices

Responsibilities

Directly supervise Material Services and Shipping associates, including scheduling, work assignment, and performance management
Provide coaching, training, and development to build a high-performing, accountable team
Lead daily start-up meetings to communicate priorities, staffing, and safety expectations
Address employee relations matters in alignment with company policies and procedures
Ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components to production lines to support JIT manufacturing
Coordinate line-side replenishment, kanban systems, and internal material movement
Partner with Production to respond quickly to changing schedules, downtime, or material shortages
Support line changeovers and ensure correct materials are staged and available
Oversee inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and on-time delivery to customers
Coordinate with carriers and logistics providers to meet delivery schedules and resolve issues
Ensure compliance with customer-specific requirements, labeling standards, and ASN (Advance Shipping Notice) processes
Monitor dock operations to optimize loading/unloading efficiency and minimize delays
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, audits, and proper transaction discipline in ERP/WMS systems
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, and overages
Ensure proper material identification, traceability, and FIFO (First-In, First-Out) practices
Identify and implement process improvements aligned with lean manufacturing principles
Support initiatives such as 5S, waste reduction, and standard work development
Track, analyze, and report key operational metrics to drive performance improvements
Enforce all safety policies, OSHA requirements, and plant procedures
Conduct routine safety audits, address hazards, and promote a strong safety culture
Ensure compliance with quality standards, including material handling and shipping requirements