Material Flow Coordinator

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Detroit, MI
Hybrid
5-7 Years Experience
Automotive • Big Data • Information Technology • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
The Role
The Material Flow Coordinator will manage material inventories, solve floor issues related to materials, and ensure compliance with ISO standards. This includes coordinating with suppliers and internal teams, auditing processes, and handling discrepancies in materials.
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Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE.
On-site: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis at the Factory ZERO location in Detroit, Michigan.
Factory ZERO is our first, all-electric automotive assembly plant and the blueprint of General Motors' electric future! We have a corporate vision of "Zero crashes, Zero emissions, Zero congestion." Our most novel products like the Hummer EV and Silverado EV will be assembled right in this facility. This requires us to employ the most upbeat, capable, and innovative talent to ensure we meet the challenges of developing the new manufacturing processes required to assemble these amazing products! We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment that questions the status-quo daily to strengthen our reputation. Selected candidates will have the opportunity to learn new skills and actively play an integral role in the development of new processes here at Factory Zero.
The Role:
As Material Flow Coordinator, you will be tasked with ensuring accurate inventories for Body/Paint/General Assembly material (inventory control process). The coordinator responds to and resolves all floor problems in the assigned floor area such as min/max conditions, standard pack discrepancies, packaging compliance coordination with the supplier, labeling, part misuse, and discrepancy reports. The ideal candidate has excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with others (suppliers/departments/teams).
What You'll Do:

  • Ensures that all data/information for a flawless material flow are available and coordinates all other material flow activity
  • Works with plant to process Customer Care & Aftersales parts orders based on system requirements
  • Participates in investigation of premium transportation issues
  • Investigates and verifies carrier claim validity prior to submission to Logistics or Transportation Coordinator
  • Supports BPD / Scorecard achievement
  • Internal Controls compliance for their functions
  • Works with material supervisors and assists stockmen
  • Communicate receiving process to unloading and receiving areas
  • Collaborate with suppliers, LLP, and plant floor on material issues
  • Monitors pull systems through periodic audits of receiving process, follow-up, and resolution of discrepancies
  • Evaluate the PPS Concerned Parts Report daily and act if needed
  • Responsible for alarm 2 and alarm 5 follow up in the 5 Alarm Process and "as required" material such as shims & wheel weights
  • Resolves supplier non-conformances
  • Handles part buffers using regional tools and leads material flow on source changes
  • Confirms / Issues SPPS' for various issues and follows up on supplier responses
  • Maintains all plant material records and investigates errors, gains and losses
  • Investigates part histories to identify misuse, specification problems, unaccounted scrap, or potential theft
  • Maintains ISO standards and implements, monitors, and maintains GMS elements
  • Responsible for end of model obsolescence


Additional Description
Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications):

  • 2+ years of Manufacturing or Supply Chain experience
  • Knowledge of material department operation, manufacturing processes, and departmental relationships
  • Planning and organizational abilities
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)


What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of proven experience in a manufacturing (supply chain/logistics) space
  • Knowledge of GMS standards
  • Experience using MGO


This position may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We aspire to be the most inclusive company in the world. We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee, no matter their background, ethnicity, preferences, or location, to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
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