Administrative Skills, Aerospace and Defense, Automation, Best Practices, Composite Materials, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Heavy Lifting, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Military, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Production Support, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Training/Teaching
Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is one of the most technically advanced designers and manufacturers of lightweight composite aerospace structures, subassemblies and components. For more than 50 years, AEC has innovated advanced composite solutions for defense and commercial industries in applications from large commercial transports to fighter jets and commercial and military rotorcraft.
Our composite design and fabrication expertise can be found on many commercial platforms such as Boeing's 7-series family, the Airbus A380 aircraft as well as Sikorsky S-76 helicopter. For defense programs, AEC provides a wide range of products including complete structural assemblies, flight critical components, primary and secondary structural elements for platforms such as the F-35 Lightning II, the CH-53K Heavy-lift Helicopter and the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM).
AEC is committed to delivering high-quality, economical composite solutions to our customers. Significant investment in infrastructure and automation ensures AEC is positioned to maximize that value, offering the right processes to meet our customer's needs.
We are seeking a high energy and motivated Expeditor Lead to join our team. This role is integral to ensuring efficient material movement and execution, enabling operations to be successful.
Primary Responsibilities:
Material Movement and Delivery
- Coordinate the timely delivery of materials to layup, assembly, and paint departments.
- Ensure material handlers adhere to standard operating procedures for safe and efficient handling.
- Monitor workflows to minimize delays and optimize material flow across departments.
Inventory Management
- Assist in conducting cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy and integrity.
- Support inventory reconciliation efforts to resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Oversee proper storage of materials and products in designated locations, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
Leadership and Team Support
- Provide daily direction and guidance to material handling teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Assist the supervisor with tracking and updating key performance metrics (KPIs).
- Act as the point of contact for escalations and problem resolution within the material handling team.
- Lead by example in promoting workplace safety, efficiency, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Administrative and Supervisory Support
- Collaborate with the supervisor to identify process improvements and implement best practices.
- Contribute to employee training and development initiatives.
- Assist with documentation, reporting, and other administrative tasks as needed.
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