Material Runner

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Expeditor / Material Runner to support our router room operations. This position focuses on moving materials between production operations and ensuring jobs are staged and ready according to the production schedule. This is a junior-level expeditor role with minimal computer work, ideal for someone with material handling or expediting experience who enjoys staying active in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Move materials and work-in-process between production operations.

• Stage materials and jobs according to the production schedule.

• Coordinate with production staff and expeditors to ensure materials are available when needed.

• Verify that materials are delivered to the correct operation or staging area.

• Notify the supervisor of missing materials, delays, or other issues that may affect scheduled work.

• Keep staging areas organized and materials clearly identified.

• Complete basic tracking or computer entries as needed.

• Follow safety procedures when handling and moving materials.

Qualifications

• Previous material handling, manufacturing, warehouse, or expediting experience preferred.

• Ability to follow schedules, work instructions, and changing production priorities.

• Strong attention to detail when identifying, moving, and staging materials.

• Dependable attendance and clear communication with supervisors and production staff.

• Comfortable performing an active role that involves standing, walking, and moving materials throughout the workday.

• Basic computer skills; computer work is minimal.

Ideal Candidate

Someone who is organized, reliable, and willing to support day-to-day production needs. The right person will take direction well, communicate when issues arise, and help keep jobs moving by ensuring materials are in the right place at the right time.