POSITION SUMMARY

The Material Coordinator handles aluminum extrusions and other inventory used in commercial buildings. Individuals in this material handling position work as part of a team to ensure material is received, stored, picked, packed and shipped to clients accurately per schedule. Receive and distribute material throughout the facility.

POSITION DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and expedite flow of material, parts and assemblies
• Evaluate tooling and determine manufacturing requirements, as required
• Review factory orders as required
• Facilitate clear communication among all internal customers
• Direct the delivery of products from vendors
• May be required to review factory order to optimize fabrication efficiency in manufacturing.
• Comply with safety, quality, and productivity requirements and procedures
• Regular/dependable attendance required
• Flexibility of work hours including overtime
• Use of hand tools and machinery is required to maintain equipment and buildings
• Must be able to work well with little or no supervision
• Sort, load, and unload material
• Use scanners and barcoding devices as required
• Demonstrate personal leadership within area of responsibility
• Participates in AFS's Continuous Improvement efforts by understanding his/her team's performance and actively implementing and supporting process improvements

• Ability to rotate to other positions as needed
• Other duties may be assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned and required.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; 1-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Communicate effectively in a verbal and a written manner.
• Basic computer proficiency and accuracy for time/labor entry.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to adapt to situations and effectively problem solve
• Work quickly and accurately.
• Certified in operating various material handling equipment, forklift and overhead cranes

LEVEL OF AUTONOMY

Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, requiring hearing protection. Must be willing and able to comply with all plant safety regulations including wearing appropriate PPE when on the production floor

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Infrequent travel required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Distances and Heights:

Push/pull cart 20 feet. Cart for materials can range from 15" to 71". Green scrap bin is 48.5", step for machine lift is 21.5"

Tools and Equipment Used

PPE (Safety glasses, Protective gloves, Safety Shoes, Single Use Ear Plugs), materials cart, scrap bin, rack lift, combi lift, propane tank.

AFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Company. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.