Materials Coordinator

We have an Excellent career opportunity for a Materials Coordinator to join a leading Company located in Caledonia, MI.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Materials Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and takes pride in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting production schedules, and ensuring materials move efficiently throughout the operation.

In this role, you will be a key contributor to operational success by managing shipping, receiving, inventory control, material movement, and warehouse organization. The ideal candidate is highly organized, analytical, customer-focused, and committed to providing excellent service to both internal teams and external customers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receive, inspect, and unload incoming shipments using equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes,and other material handling equipment.
• Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipping documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate and communicate discrepancies related to quantity, quality, specifications, or damaged materials.
• Execute inventory transactions within the ERP system and maintain accurate records of all material movements.
• Perform regular cycle counts and inventory audits to support inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Organize and maintain warehouse and stockroom locations using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment whileensuring products are packaged securelyand appropriatelyfor transportation methods such as ground, air, or ocean freight.
• Generate packing lists, shipping documents, labels, and other required documentation.
• Tag, identify, and stage materials, parts, and finished goods according to project and customer requirements.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with carriers, vendors, customers, and internal departments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Restock and return unused materials from production or project activities to inventory.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to purchasing and supply chain teams.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations and support continuous improvement initiatives within warehouse operations.
• Assist with physical inventory counts and special projects as required.
• Support a safe, clean, and organized work environment while following established quality and safety procedures.

Basic Hiring Criteria:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, logistics, materials management, or a related field.
• Experience working within ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to safely operate, or obtain certification to operate, forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain any required driving certifications or endorsements.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quicklylearn new systems and technology.
• Excellent organizational and time managementskills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and make sound decisions.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials safely in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.