Expeditor - Boerne, TX

Job Summary

The Dispatcher plays a key role in maintaining the smooth and efficient flow of production within the manufacturing facility. This position ensures production orders are Ready to Execute (RTE) by proactively preparing all required materials, tools, and resources ahead of time. The Dispatcher is the central point of coordination between planning and production, ensuring compliance with the build plan, cleanliness and safety standards, and timely material movement across work centers.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Preparation

• Review and execute to the build plan to ensure all jobs are RTE prior to their scheduled start.
• Order and stage required materials, tools, fixtures, and programs in advance of job start.
• Keep one full day ahead of manufacturing by preparing "next-in" work.
• Ensure paper planning documents are available and accurate per the build plan.

Execution & Workflow Management

• Walk assigned production areas to monitor work progress and identify jobs ready to move.
• Move completed jobs to the next work center and confirm proper MHE (Material Handling Equipment) is used and parts are protected during transport.
• Support expedited movement of high-priority jobs, including notifying the next work center of incoming parts.
• Maintain continuous communication with manufacturing teams to help resolve issues impacting daily targets (Takt time and on-time starts).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, logistics, or production dispatching strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret build plans and manufacturing schedules.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Basic computer skills (e.g., ERP/MRP systems, Excel, email).