EXPEDITOR

Description:

About Us:

Lab Crafters is the premier manufacturer of laboratory furniture systems, casework, seating, fume hoods, and custom solutions for the life sciences, biotechnology, and higher education. Our mission is to create state-of-the-art laboratory environments by providing innovative products and solutions tailored to support emerging and changing scientific processes and technology.

Job Title: Expeditor

Job Type: Full-time SALARIED

Department: Operations

Reports To: Metal Fabrication Manager

Position Summary: Ensure production schedules and deadlines are met by taking action to solve production hang-ups and fulfill rush orders. Oversee the flow of materials and components through the operation and work with multiple departments which feed production (Supply Chain, Engineering, Production Control, etc.)

Requirements:

Minimum Background, Experience, and Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent required, bachelor's degree preferred.

- 2-5 years in production management in a Lean/Continuous Improvement environment

- Proficient with ERP systems and Microsoft office suite; Visual ERP software a plus

- Strong organizational, planning, and analytical skills

- Deadline driven and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

- Demonstrated ability to work strategically as well as tactically

- Proven experience developing and mentoring direct reports

- Reliable, good work ethic, high integrity.

Tasks / Responsibilities:

- Monitor and manage production orders: Review planning schedules and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to understand material requirements and delivery dates.

- Identify languishing parts in fabrication and take steps to expedite them through production.

- Help set priorities, “hot jobs” for fabrication department to ensure assembly department shave all of the parts they need to complete their assemblies in an efficient manner.

- Maintains or assists with maintenance of inventories and has adjustments made as needed.

- Analyze work methods, sequences, etc. identify opportunities for improvement. Use problem solving skills to resolve issues and improve manufacturing processes

- Interface daily with Engineering, Production Planning (PDM), Purchasing, and Quality as needed to ensure all obstacles to meeting production goals are overcome.

- Analyze work methods, sequences, etc. identify opportunities for improvement.

- Coordinate material movement: pull, stage, and deliver materials to work centers to ensure they are available when needed for production

- Act as a point of contact to identify and resolve material shortages or other factors that could impact production

- Track inventory and schedule adherence: Monitor the location of materials and work-in-progress and help ensure that production schedules are being met without interruption.

- Manage finished goods: Ensure finished goods are stored in the proper locations after production

Salary Range: $55K-$65k annually. The pay range for this position is approximate. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.

EEO STATEMENT:

Lab Crafters, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or other characteristic protected by law.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Sponsorship is not available for this position

Job Type: Full-time SALARIED

Benefits:

401(k) + matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off