The Material Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the timely availability, accurate tracking, and efficient movement of raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods within the manufacturing facility. This role supports production by coordinating material flow, maintaining inventory accuracy, and working closely with procurement, warehouse, and production teams to prevent shortages or delays.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.
This is an hourly, non-exempt role.
Key Responsibilities
Material Planning & Coordination
Coordinate the daily availability of raw materials and packaging components to support production schedules.
Monitor inventory levels and communicate material shortages or risks to the Supply Chain or Procurement team.
Ensure production lines are supplied with the correct materials and packaging components in advance of scheduled runs.
Support production changeovers by ensuring materials are staged and ready.
Inventory Management
Maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP or inventory management system.
Perform regular cycle counts of raw materials, packaging components, and work-in-progress inventory.
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and rotation of materials in accordance with FIFO or FEFO practices.
Warehouse & Logistics Coordination
Work closely with warehouse personnel to stage materials for production.
Coordinate inbound material receipts and verify accuracy against purchase orders.
Support the movement and tracking of materials between warehouse and production areas.
Ensure proper documentation for material transfers and adjustments.
Production Support
Partner with production supervisors to anticipate material needs for upcoming runs.
Track material usage and report variances or inefficiencies.
Assist with line clearance and material reconciliation following production runs.
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure materials are handled and stored according to GMP and quality standards.
Maintain accurate documentation for audits, inventory records, and traceability requirements.
Assist with internal audits, inventory reconciliations, and mock recalls when required.
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve material flow, inventory accuracy, and warehouse organization.
Support implementation of standard operating procedures related to material management.
Education, Experience, & Success
Education
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or related field preferred.
Experience
2–4 years of experience in materials coordination, inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain.
Experience in a manufacturing or CPG environment preferred.
Experience with ERP or inventory management systems.
Skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory tracking systems.
Strong communication and coordination skills across operations, procurement, and production teams.
Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Inventory accuracy and control
Operational coordination
Process discipline
Communication and teamwork
Time management and prioritization
Typical Success Metrics
Inventory accuracy rate
Production downtime related to material shortages
Cycle count accuracy and completion rate
Material staging efficiency for production runs
Reduction in material waste or discrepancies
Benefits
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Mental health support through EAP
Financial Future
401(k) retirement plan with 3% employer Safe Harbor contribution
Time to Recharge
3 weeks (120 hours/15 days) PTO in 1st year of employment