About Us: We are a leading sheet metal manufacturing company based in Houston, specializing in high-quality, precision parts with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence. As part of our growth, we are seeking a proactive and organized Expeditor to support our operations and ensure the smooth flow of parts through production to delivery.
Position Overview: The Expeditor will be responsible for monitoring the status of parts on the shop floor, ensuring timely movement through each production stage, and helping to meet customer delivery deadlines. This position will work closely with Production, Planning, and Shipping teams to identify bottlenecks, prioritize critical jobs, and drive the on-time completion of sales orders.
Key Responsibilities:
•Proactively monitor work orders and production schedules to ensure parts move through the shop efficiently.
•Create a priority list for workgroups to ensure priorities and being worked on.
•Work closely with production supervisors and leads to identify and resolve delays.
•Prioritize and expedite urgent and time-sensitive sales orders.
•Communicate consistently with the planning and Shipping teams regarding order status and delivery timing.
•Update tracking systems and reports daily to reflect real-time progress on work orders.
•Identify and escalate any production issues that could impact customer commitments.
•Perform routine checks on high-priority parts throughout fabrication, finishing, and packing stages.
•Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize the production flow and reduce lead times.
Required Qualifications:
•2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment (sheet metal experience preferred).
•Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
•Ability to read and understand production schedules and work orders.
•Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
•Proactive problem-solver with the ability to work independently.
•Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems
•A basic understanding of manufacturing processes such as fabrication, welding, and powder coating is preferred.
•Ability to walk the production floor throughout the day and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
Shift:
Ability to Commute:
•Houston, TX 77041 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
•Houston, TX 77041: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person