+ **Production Expeditor** **Job Summary:** We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Production Expediter to join our team. As a Production Expediter, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and expediting the production process to ensure timely delivery of products and meet customer demands. You will be responsible for monitoring production schedules, managing inventory levels, and facilitating communication between different departments. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. **Responsibilities:** + Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials between various departments, ensuring the timely completion of production orders. + Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet changing demands and prioritize urgent orders. + Collaborate with production planners, supervisors, and other stakeholders to plan and schedule production activities. + Track and manage inventory levels, ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed and minimizing production delays. + Communicate production status, delays, and issues to relevant stakeholders, including management, sales teams, and customers. + Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any issues or discrepancies. + Identify bottlenecks or potential delays in the production process and propose solutions to improve efficiency and meet deadlines. + Conduct regular inspections of production areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards. + Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records, including work orders, production reports, and inventory logs. + Continuously evaluate and improve production processes and procedures to maximize productivity and minimize waste. + The employee may frequently or occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds + Other responsibilities as assigned **Required Skills:** + Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment. + Excellent attention to detail and accuracy to ensure the quality and integrity of production processes. + Effective communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration and coordination between different departments. + Proficient in using computer software and systems for production planning, inventory management, and data analysis. + Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address issues and make timely decisions to meet production deadlines. + Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures, including production scheduling, inventory control, and quality assurance. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and demands. + Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and practices to ensure compliance and maintain a safe working environment. **Required Qualifications:** + High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification or training in production planning or supply chain management is a plus. + Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment. + Familiarity with inventory management systems and production planning software. + Strong mathematical and analytical skills in data analysis and problem-solving. + Ability to operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks (if required). + Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement concepts is desirable. + Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required to meet production deadlines. + This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. **_We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too._** Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights. **Who We Are** We’re the World’s largest tool company. We’re industry visionaries. We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company. **Benefits & Perks** You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners. **What You’ll Also Get** Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths. **Learning & Development:** Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities). **Diverse & Inclusive Culture:** We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too. **Purpose-Driven Company:** You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices. **EEO Statement:** All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com . Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal (eeoc.gov) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)