Material Coordinator

Job Title:

Materials Coordinator

Location:

Chicago, IL

Travel:
Up to 5% may be required

Job Type: Full Time, Direct Hire

Expected hours per week: 40

A Crew:
Monday – Thursday 6am-6pm

B Crew:
Tuesday – Friday 6pm-6am

C Crew:
Friday-Saturday 6am-6pm and Sunday-Monday 6pm-6am

Pay: $45,000-$55,000 annualy, based on experience and qualifications

Our client is seeking a Material Coordinator to support daily materials, inventory, and logistics operations within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring material availability for production, coordinating shipments, and communicating with suppliers and internal teams to support uninterrupted operations.

• Maintain accurate inventory records through cycle counts, discrepancy reporting, and receipt processing.
• Monitor inventory levels and generate reports to ensure proper material availability.
• Communicate supply shortages, risks, and material concerns to suppliers, planners, and leadership.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities, including shipment tracking and expedited freight.
• Pull and stage inventory to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Support engineering change management processes and min/max inventory controls.
• Assist with dock operations, shipment transactions, and plant inventory activities.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and inventory management processes.

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3 years of experience in materials coordination, logistics, inventory control, or automotive manufacturing.
• Experience working in a Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

• Experience with inventory management and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing and supply chain operations.

• Combination of office and manufacturing plant environment.
• Regular interaction with production, warehouse, shipping, and receiving teams.
• Ability to move throughout the facility and support shop floor operations.
• Up to 5% travel may be required.
• Valid driver's license required.

They foster a culture built on respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We invest in our employees' success by providing opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and a workplace where every team member can make an impact.

• Performance bonus/incentive opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Supportive and Team-Oriented Culture