Expeditor in Tucson, Arizona at Abrams Airborne Manufacturing Inc

Position Description:

The Expeditor is responsible for ensuring the timely flow of materials, components, and information throughout the manufacturing process. This role coordinates between production, procurement, and logistics teams to prevent delays, resolve bottlenecks, and keep production schedules on track.

Competencies:
● Attention to detail
● Time management and prioritization
● Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
● Cross-functional coordination
● Analytical thinking
● Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Essential Functions:
● Monitor production schedules and track the progress of orders through the manufacturing process
● Coordinate with procurement to ensure materials and components are available when needed
● Identify potential delays or shortages and take proactive steps to resolve them
● Communicate with production supervisors, planners, and suppliers to maintain workflow continuity
● Prioritize and expedite critical orders to meet customer deadlines
● Maintain accurate records of order status, material availability, and production progress
● Assist in inventory management and ensure proper material handling
● Generate reports on production status, delays, and performance metrics
● Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
● Coordinates between production, procurement, and logistics teams.
Non-essential Functions:

● Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
● This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):
● High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in supply chain, business, or related field)
● 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain coordination
● Strong organizational and multitasking skills
● Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
● Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Essential Physical Requirements:
● Ability to stand or walk for extended periods since this role may require occasional visits to the production floor to observe processes or gather data, candidates should be able to stand or walk for periods of time in a manufacturing environment.
● Fine motor skills and manual dexterity required for tasks such as data entry, handling documents, and using various analytical tools or equipment that may be part of cost analysis processes.
● The ability to read and interpret detailed data, charts, spreadsheets, and technical information on computer screens and paper documents. This includes viewing production processes and materials closely during audits or assessments.
● Ability to Lift and Carry up to 20 Pounds: Though not a physically demanding job, occasional lifting and carrying of equipment, files, or documents may be required, especially during on-site reviews or when working with production-related materials.

Other Physical Requirements:

● This is a designated safety-sensitive position.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.