Logistics Specialist

Job Description

Logistics Specialist

Location: Merritt Island, FL

Salary: $36.63/hr

Industry: Aerospace/Manufacturing

Employment Type: 6 month assignment w/ potential for extension

Shift: Thursday to Sunday, 5AM to 5PM to start

Summary:

The Material Control Specialist will coordinate and manage the flow of materials in the work center. This role is essential in supporting the manufacturing and supply chain operations, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of production processes within the client's company.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in inventory management, logistics, or similar.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Experience with activities related to planning and/or scheduling.
• Experience working with a cross functional team.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrates understanding and is able to apply continuous improvement concepts.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
  
  

Desired:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and production planning software.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks (if required).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement concepts is desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required to meet production deadlines.
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials between various departments, ensuring the timely completion of production orders.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet changing demands and prioritize urgent orders.
• Collaborate with production planners, supervisors, and other stakeholders to plan and schedule production activities.
• Track and manage inventory levels, ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed and minimizing production delays.
• Communicate production status, delays, and issues to relevant stakeholders, including management, sales teams, and customers.
• Identify bottlenecks or potential delays in the production process and propose solutions to improve efficiency and meet deadlines.
• Conduct regular inspections of production areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records, including work orders, production reports, and inventory logs.
• Continuously evaluate and improve production processes and procedures to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
• Ability to work off-shift, extended overtime, and weekends if/when vital
• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision
  
  

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