Materials Specialist

Description

Robert Half is partnering with a well‑established manufacturing organization to hire a Materials Specialist to support production and supply chain operations. This is a 1st shift opportunity offering hands‑on exposure to shop‑floor operations and strong growth potential within a manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll play a critical part in keeping materials moving through a complex manufacturing environment. You'll help ensure materials are available when and where they're needed to support assembly, service, and inter‑facility operations-directly impacting production schedules and on‑time delivery.

Start time:
Between 6:00 AM - 7:30 AM

Overtime:
May include extended weekday hours and occasional weekends

Flexibility required:
Candidates must be open to working off‑shift hours when needed

Key Responsibilities

+ Materials & Supply Chain Coordination:
Track and manage the flow of materials to support production and service requirements

+ Scheduling Support:
Assist with material and production scheduling in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment with tight lead times

+ Systems & Data Management:
Utilize ERP systems (including SAP Production Planning) and legacy planning tools to support material planning and fulfillment

+ Cross‑Functional

Collaboration:

Work closely with production, planning, and operations teams to maintain clear communication and alignment

+ Change Control Awareness:
Help support adjustments to plans or schedules as production needs shift

+ Shop Floor Presence:
Spend approximately 90% of the day on the manufacturing floor, monitoring material flow and supporting operations

Additional Information

+ Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future

+ Role is primarily shop‑floor based;
Metatarsal protection required starting day one

+ May operate a company utility vehicle indoors within the manufacturing facility after completing required safety training

+ May occasionally drive a personal vehicle to nearby facilities within a 20‑mile radius

Requirements

Qualifications

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Education:

Bachelor's degree in a business‑related field required

+ Manufacturing or supply chain experience is a plus

+ Strong computer skills, including MS Excel

+ Entry‑level friendly:
Open to recent graduates with interest in manufacturing and operations

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Physical Requirements:

Ability to work on your feet for most of the workday

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