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Steward Machine Co., Inc. · 3 hours ago

Logistics Coordinator

Bainbridge, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

Steward Machine Co., Inc. is seeking a Fabrication Materials & Logistics Coordinator for their Bainbridge, GA plant. This role is responsible for planning and coordinating the end-to-end material flow for large fabrication projects, ensuring materials are received, identified, staged, and incorporated into production efficiently.

Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingSupply Chain Management

Hiring Manager

Tarah Reece

Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Qualification

Material logistics planningTraceability documentationBlueprint interpretationMicrosoft Office proficiencyLEAN training/certificationCommunication skillsSelf-starter mindsetOrganizational skills

Required

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

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)

Company

Steward Machine Co., Inc.

A heavy steel fabricator and precision machine shop, Steward Machine Company offers complete turnkey responsibility by detailing shop drawings, fabricating, welding, stress relieving, machining, gear cutting and assembling in-house.

Founded in 1904