Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are hiring a Material Expeditor for our Southeast Houston facility. Four 10s Schedule: Monday-Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm

Position Summary

The Material Expeditor position is assigned a series of commodities and/or services for which they are responsible for assuring that the requirements for these items are filled in a timely and cost-effective manner. Responsible for expediting shortages and ensuring all required items are completed to support assembly operations. Interfaces with Engineering, Scheduling, Purchasing, Shop, and Manufacturing groups.

Essential Responsibilities

Document and track current status of all shortages for jobs on the production line. Work closely with Purchasing, Shop and Manufacturing personnel to ensure timely delivery of shortage items. Ensure accurate scheduling requirements are maintained within Oracle throughout the production process. Process Engineering Change Orders (ECO), Hold for Disposition (HFD) and lost part requests in a timely and efficient manner. Process job closing procedures in a timely fashion ensuring all discrete jobs are closed and all material is issued. Collect and maintain data for the generation of Production Control Metrics. Attend weekly production meetings. Follow all safety rules on shop floor.

Minimum Qualifications          

High school diploma or General Education Diploma. Minimum 1 year of experience in a manufacturing / assembly environment.

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

Ability to read and understand MRP reports, stock status reports and customer order shortage report. Knowledge in running queries on the Oracle database and proficient with excel.          Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Strong analytical skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Good organization skills Must be responsible and dependable. Must have demonstrated excellent leadership skills.

Working & Environmental Conditions

Working Conditions

Safety sensitive position in a temperature-controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities. Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., safety shoes, hard hats, bump caps, safety glasses, hearing protection at times, safety harnesses/ fall protection equipment as required). Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders continuously and / or scissor lifts while performing overhead work. Working at heights usually no higher than 10 feet in the air on an elevated structure using proper lift equipment.

Physical Requirements

Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction Continuous standing and walking Able to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently. Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs. Frequent use of hand tools and power tools

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.