Operations Expeditor

Signode•Roselle, IL

19d•$26 - $32

About The Position

The Operations Expeditor maintains the flow of materials, information, and work-in-progress throughout the operation. The role identifies and resolves bottlenecks, coordinates cross-functional activities, and ensures orders and production schedules are completed on time to meet customer and business requirements. The position also supports continuous improvement and coordinates supplier returns and secondary operations processes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
3–5 years of experience in supply chain or production.
Previous coordinator experience.
General operations experience.
Familiarity with the manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated competencies in problem solving, sense of urgency, priority setting, oral and written communication, and organizational agility.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Monitor production schedules, order status, and workflow to ensure on-time completion.
Identify bottlenecks and delays and take immediate action to resolve constraints.
Expedite materials, parts, and information across departments.
Coordinate with production, purchasing, logistics, and quality teams to maintain flow.
Prioritize and adjust work orders based on urgency and operational needs.
Communicate status updates, risks, and delays to key stakeholders.
Track performance metrics such as on-time delivery and cycle time.
Escalate critical issues impacting delivery or production timelines.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce recurring delays.
Participate in and report out at the daily Gemba.
Coordinate and execute supplier RMAs.
Coordinate operations secondary processes with shipping and supply chain.
Perform other duties as required.