What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Control Coordinator position at ORR Protection?
ORR Protection is a national leader in fire and life safety, delivering intelligent, lifecycle-driven solutions that protect people, property, and business continuity. For more than 75 years, we’ve built our reputation by serving organizations in mission-critical environments—where performance matters and reliability is essential. As a third-generation, family-owned company, we remain grounded in strong relationships, a commitment to doing the right thing, and a deep sense of responsibility to our customers and our people. Today, ORR supports associates and customers across all 50 states, combining national expertise with a culture rooted in safety, respect, and care. When you join ORR, you’re part of a team dedicated to protecting what matters most, while building a career you can be proud of.
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This is an opportunity to join a growing, dynamic and responsible company that fosters the development of our associates. We are seeking a Material Control Coordinator to manage inventory assets and provide shipping and receiving support across the region. This is an in-office position based in Plainfield, IN and is not eligible for relocation assistance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Shipping, Receiving, and Returns
Process spare parts order shipments to technical staff which may include items sold during service visits requiring replacement from warehouse inventory.
Pull, assemble, and prepare for shipment required inventory items from shipping orders including all necessary documentation required by carrier such as Bill of Lading, Hazardous Shipment Documents, MSDS, UPS documentation and manifest record keeping, etc.
Orders are to be inspected for quality by ensuring accuracy, security and completeness.
Product returns including component return shipping, documentation, and follow up to insure items returned for warranty claim to vendors, customer repairs, refurbishments, and credits are expedited and credit received by ORR Protection. This may include materials from other branches.
Periodic transportation of items to various, nearby locations for delivery or pickup.
Inventory and Warehouse Management
Update inventory system with new pricing when requested.
Maintain warehouse for branches.
Send monthly Open Sales Order reports to branches.
Participate in semi-annual physical inventory, and/or cycle counts.
Look for opportunities for cost savings, or utilization of surplus inventory where possible.
Compliance, Quality, and Safety
Receiving, shipping and maintaining log books for ATF regulated explosive shipments.
Adhere to ATF and DOT requirements in handling of explosives for receipt, packaging or shipment.
Maintain accurate explosive log books, and conduct monthly counts to verify accuracy of physical inventory to log book and accounting/inventory system.
Responsible for conforming to the company’s quality systems and safety policies and practices.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of warehouse experience or equivalent training.
Ability to complete HAZMAT training and obtain an ATF Employee Possessor Certificate.
Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written forms internally and with the customer.
- Possess good customer service skills.
- Possess good organization and time management skills.
- Understanding of inventory processes and automated systems.
- Ability to drive a forklift.
- Ability to handle and package inventory and complete paperwork associated with shipping.
- Ability to complete required tasks for receiving.
- Ability to obtain an employee possessor status with ATF.
- Basic personal computer skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have sufficient skills to understand basic accounting and finance principles.
- Work requires the application of theories and principles of a technological or professional field to the full range of problems and issues characteristic of the field.
- Work requires judgment, analytical ability and creativity in investigating moderately complex problems or situations, analyzing information and recommending solutions.
The primary work area is a temperature-controlled warehouse, though there may be minor exposure to less-than-ideal temperatures or chemicals. Use of a computer and other standard office equipment may be required.
- Working for a company where the associates are viewed as the company’s greatest asset.
- Being part of something you can be proud of – making a difference in the health and wellness of people and our planet.
- A growing company with a first-class reputation in our respective industries.
- A culture that is fun, family oriented and entrepreneurial.
- A company that offers a focus on work life balance and encouragement to make a big impact.
- A caring group of associates with a commitment to make the communities we work in better for all.
- Excellent benefits including 401(K), health, life, dental, tuition reimbursement and numerous perks such as training and development.
- If the role transitions to a permanent position, you’ll also become eligible for our excellent benefits package, including: 401(K), health, life, dental, tuition reimbursement and numerous perks such as training and development.
Salary : $46,077 - $63,771