Fabrication Materials & Logistics Coordinator
Air Comfort, Inc, Bainbridge, GA, United States
Overview
FABRICATION MATERIALS & LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Location:
Bainbridge, GA (Fabrication Plant)
Reports To:
Plant Manager(s) (Bainbridge)
Works Closely With:
Production Leads, Materials Team, QC, Shipping/Receiving, Production Personnel, Project Management/Estimating (as applicable)
Position Summary
The Fabrication Materials & Logistics Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating the end-to-end material flow for large fabrication projects at Steward Machine Company’s Bainbridge, GA plant. This role ensures materials are received correctly, identified and traceable, staged/kitted efficiently, moved through the shop in the proper sequence, and incorporated into production without delays or confusion.
This position requires a highly organized, dependable, self-starting individual who communicates well across teams, adapts to a fast-changing job-shop environment, and takes pride in running clean, disciplined processes.
Key Responsibilities
Material Planning & Job Readiness
Review job plans, specifications, estimates, budgets, and scope to understand material requirements and workflow.
Develop a practical material logistics plan for each job covering receipt, identification, staging, kitting, and movement through fabrication.
Coordinate with Plant Managers and Production Leads to align material flow with production sequencing and changing priorities.
Identify material-related risks early (missing items, long-lead constraints, traceability requirements, staging constraints) and escalate with proposed solutions.
Receiving, Traceability, and Documentation Control
Coordinate with Receiving/Materials to ensure inbound materials are received, labeled, and documented properly.
Ensure traceability requirements are met (heat numbers, MTRs/CoCs, piece marking, lot control, and any job-specific requirements).
Work closely with QC to ensure material documentation is complete, accessible, and correctly tied to the job/package requirements.
Maintain accurate tracking records so material status is always visible and auditable.
Staging, Kitting, and Internal Material Movement
Plan and coordinate staging locations to support efficient fabrication (minimize handling, reduce congestion, improve flow).
Build and manage “kits” or job packages (parts/material grouped by work area, assembly sequence, or work order) to support production.
Coordinate internal movement of materials between laydown, fabrication bays, fit-up, welding, machining (as applicable), and shipping.
Create clear instructions/labels for production teams so material can be found, verified, and used correctly the first time.
Cross-Functional Coordination & Communication
Serve as the day-to-day point person connecting Plant Management, Production, Materials, and QC around material status and execution.
Conduct routine check-ins with Production Leads and Materials/QC to verify readiness and adjust plans as schedules change.
Provide clear updates on material constraints, staging status, and job readiness to keep production moving.
Continuous Improvement (Preferred / Plus)
Help implement and sustain practical LEAN improvements related to material flow, kitting, workplace organization, and standard work.
Recommend process improvements that reduce touches, prevent misidentification, and improve schedule reliability.
Success Measures (What “Good” Looks Like)
Materials are ready when production needs them—minimal waiting, searching, or re-handling.
Traceability is clean and audit-ready (heat/MTR alignment, piece marking, documentation control).
Job staging areas are organized, clearly labeled, and support efficient flow.
Production teams trust the system because it’s consistent and dependable.
Issues are surfaced early with solutions—not discovered late on the floor.
Required Qualifications
Strong organization, follow-through, and reliability (this role is a “make it happen” position).
Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and drive coordination across teams.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work effectively with plant leadership and shop personnel.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and strong general computer skills.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, changing environment typical of a large job shop.
Willingness to learn and take ownership of the material flow process.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and basic fabrication drawings (strongly favored).
Experience with material traceability systems, MTRs/CoCs, piece marking, and/or QC documentation flowdown.
Exposure to fabrication, steel manufacturing, or industrial job environments (helpful but not required).
LEAN training/certification (plus).
Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering background (plus).
Physical / Work Environment
Work performed in a fabrication/industrial plant environment with exposure to noise, mobile equipment, and outdoor laydown areas.
Must be able to walk the shop and yard routinely, climb stairs/steps as needed, and work around active production areas.
PPE required in production areas (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots)
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FABRICATION MATERIALS & LOGISTICS COORDINATOR
Location:
Bainbridge, GA (Fabrication Plant)
Reports To:
Plant Manager(s) (Bainbridge)
Works Closely With:
Production Leads, Materials Team, QC, Shipping/Receiving, Production Personnel, Project Management/Estimating (as applicable)
Position Summary
The Fabrication Materials & Logistics Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating the end-to-end material flow for large fabrication projects at Steward Machine Company’s Bainbridge, GA plant. This role ensures materials are received correctly, identified and traceable, staged/kitted efficiently, moved through the shop in the proper sequence, and incorporated into production without delays or confusion.
This position requires a highly organized, dependable, self-starting individual who communicates well across teams, adapts to a fast-changing job-shop environment, and takes pride in running clean, disciplined processes.
Key Responsibilities
Material Planning & Job Readiness
Review job plans, specifications, estimates, budgets, and scope to understand material requirements and workflow.
Develop a practical material logistics plan for each job covering receipt, identification, staging, kitting, and movement through fabrication.
Coordinate with Plant Managers and Production Leads to align material flow with production sequencing and changing priorities.
Identify material-related risks early (missing items, long-lead constraints, traceability requirements, staging constraints) and escalate with proposed solutions.
Receiving, Traceability, and Documentation Control
Coordinate with Receiving/Materials to ensure inbound materials are received, labeled, and documented properly.
Ensure traceability requirements are met (heat numbers, MTRs/CoCs, piece marking, lot control, and any job-specific requirements).
Work closely with QC to ensure material documentation is complete, accessible, and correctly tied to the job/package requirements.
Maintain accurate tracking records so material status is always visible and auditable.
Staging, Kitting, and Internal Material Movement
Plan and coordinate staging locations to support efficient fabrication (minimize handling, reduce congestion, improve flow).
Build and manage “kits” or job packages (parts/material grouped by work area, assembly sequence, or work order) to support production.
Coordinate internal movement of materials between laydown, fabrication bays, fit-up, welding, machining (as applicable), and shipping.
Create clear instructions/labels for production teams so material can be found, verified, and used correctly the first time.
Cross-Functional Coordination & Communication
Serve as the day-to-day point person connecting Plant Management, Production, Materials, and QC around material status and execution.
Conduct routine check-ins with Production Leads and Materials/QC to verify readiness and adjust plans as schedules change.
Provide clear updates on material constraints, staging status, and job readiness to keep production moving.
Continuous Improvement (Preferred / Plus)
Help implement and sustain practical LEAN improvements related to material flow, kitting, workplace organization, and standard work.
Recommend process improvements that reduce touches, prevent misidentification, and improve schedule reliability.
Success Measures (What “Good” Looks Like)
Materials are ready when production needs them—minimal waiting, searching, or re-handling.
Traceability is clean and audit-ready (heat/MTR alignment, piece marking, documentation control).
Job staging areas are organized, clearly labeled, and support efficient flow.
Production teams trust the system because it’s consistent and dependable.
Issues are surfaced early with solutions—not discovered late on the floor.
Required Qualifications
Strong organization, follow-through, and reliability (this role is a “make it happen” position).
Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and drive coordination across teams.
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to work effectively with plant leadership and shop personnel.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) and strong general computer skills.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, changing environment typical of a large job shop.
Willingness to learn and take ownership of the material flow process.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and basic fabrication drawings (strongly favored).
Experience with material traceability systems, MTRs/CoCs, piece marking, and/or QC documentation flowdown.
Exposure to fabrication, steel manufacturing, or industrial job environments (helpful but not required).
LEAN training/certification (plus).
Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering background (plus).
Physical / Work Environment
Work performed in a fabrication/industrial plant environment with exposure to noise, mobile equipment, and outdoor laydown areas.
Must be able to walk the shop and yard routinely, climb stairs/steps as needed, and work around active production areas.
PPE required in production areas (safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe boots)
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