Coordinator - Materials

Materials Coordinator

Position Summary

Plan, Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments according to Production & Shipping schedule

About Linamar

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated & engaged employees.

Key Accountabilities

·         Plan, Create, Review and distribute approved Production Plan in SAP for Production Departments and work centers according to shipping schedules.

·         Confer with department supervisors to determine the progress of work and completion dates.

·         Compile reports on Progress of work, Inventory level and production problems.

·         Close completed Production Orders in SAP after the completion of Job.

·         Works with Shipping Clerk to make sure that all transaction and data entered in SAP are correct.

·         Plan and Schedule Sub Contractors for outside parts processing through EDI released on weekly basis.

·         Manage inventory stock levels by applying advanced inventory control techniques; monitoring and update minimum and maximum stock levels

·         Coordinate delivery schedules for Sub contractors with Shipping and escalate any open issues

·         Track and measure delivery performance of Sub contractor on monthly basis and provide data to management and subcontractors for areas of improvements.

·         Inventory management, maintain target inventory level for raw and finished good products, cycle counting and physical inventory

·         Dispute any infractions to our Customer rating when applicable.

·         Learn and Implement any Continuous Improvement activities which can be self-generated or initiate by Linamar Forgings Carolina.

·         Perform monthly Physical inventory, when required by Materials Manager.

·         Maintain a safe and well cleaned work environment.

Minimum Requirements

·         High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

·         Working knowledge of SAP is an asset

·         Strong communication and organizational skills

·         Read forms, such as invoices, parts order forms, packing slips and bills of lading. Complete forms, such as weekly inventory sheets.

·         MRP and Web-based Customer System (Ford DDL, GM SupplyPower, DCX S.M.A.R.T.) experience is an asset. Knowledge of QS9000, TS16949 and ISO14001. Use computer-operated machinery. For example, print delivery slips using computerized printers.

Desired Characteristics

·         Good Communication skills and ability to coordinate projects between engineers, contractors, technicians and suppliers

·         Ability to decide appropriate materials, measuring tools, methods and standards of equipment to use for projects

·         Identify and lead continuous improvement programs

Why Linamar

·         Opportunities for career advancement