What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Coordinator position at Prime Controls?
Overview
Introducing Prime Controls
Established in 1991, Prime Controls is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients' industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of over 850 employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the South-Central United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees' well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
What You Will Do
The Material Coordinator is responsible for managing the Control Panel inventory, coordinating material flow, and ensuring that all necessary supplies and resources are available for production and operational needs. This role involves working closely with the Master Scheduler, the Warehouse team, the Production staff, and the key Suppliers to maintain efficient material handling processes.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls
- Monitor and track inventory levels to prevent shortages or overstocking.
- Set up and manage the “Point of Use” bin system (size/refill frequency) for Production while closely monitoring the schedule and coordinating changes with the key vendors.
- Coordinate the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials.
- Work with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials/refill of “Point of Use” bins and resolve any discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate records of material transactions and update inventory systems.
- Communicate material requirements with production teams and key vendors.
- Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of materials to meet safety and quality standards.
- Assist in cycle counts and physical inventory audits to verify stock accuracy.
- Identify and implement process improvements for material flow efficiency.
- Collaborate with logistics and shipping teams to ensure timely dispatch of goods.
- Adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements related to material management.
- May require standing or moving for extended periods in warehouses or production areas.
- Some positions may involve lifting or operating material handling equipment.
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring attention to detail.
What You Will Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate or bachelor’s degree preferred).
- Experience in inventory management, supply chain, logistics, or related fields.
- Proficiency in ERP or inventory management systems.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic knowledge of safety and quality regulations in material handling.
What We Offer
Full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package including, but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Generous PTO
- Numerous culture events
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- 401k matching and more!
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities may be made to enable them to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities may be made to enable them to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Prime Controls is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disabled employer.
