Dakkota Integrated Systems

Material Coordinator

Dakkota Integrated Systems  •  $45k - $55k/yr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Why Dakkota

For over 24 years, Dakkota Integrated Systems has delivered excellence through precision-engineered, build-to-order vehicle components from cockpits to fascia assemblies. Our award-winning team combines advanced lean manufacturing, strong product development, and a highly efficient supply chain to meet customer demands with reliability and innovation.

If you're looking for a company that empowers you to grow while driving excellence, collaboration, and innovation to create real impact, we’d love to meet you.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Material Coordinator to support daily materials and inventory operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory, coordinating inbound and outbound logistics, and supporting production through effective materials management and communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

What You'll Do

  • Maintain inventory accuracy by entering discrepancies, cycle counts, and receipts into systems.
  • Monitor inventory levels and run reports each shift to ensure appropriate supply levels.
  • Communicate supply issues and risks to suppliers, Material Planners, and leadership.
  • Support inbound and outbound logistics including expedite activity and shipment tracking.
  • Pull inventory to support production requirements and build-outs.
  • Follow engineering change procedures and min/max inventory processes.
  • Support plant inventory activities, dock operations, and shipment transactions.

Who You Are

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience in materials or manufacturing environment.
  • 1–3 years of experience in materials, logistics, or automotive manufacturing.
  • Experience with inventory systems and JIT environments.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time-sensitive tasks.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow standardized processes.

Health, Safety, Physical & Travel Requirements

Normal office and plant environment mobility required. Ability to support shop floor and warehouse activity. Up to 5% travel required. Valid driver's license required.

Life at Dakkota

Our success is rooted in meaningful relationships and a culture that feels like family. We champion compassion, respect, and work-life balance, while supporting each team member’s personal and professional growth. Through ongoing development, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package, we empower our people to thrive both at work and in life.

The pay range for this role is $45,000 - $55,000 per year. This role is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay. The pay range listed for this position represents a good-faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and location. This range is subject to change in the future and does not guarantee a specific salary.

Our benefits include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.

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Dakkota Integrated Systems

About Dakkota Integrated Systems

Dakkota Integrated Systems is a company with world-class products that are designed, engineered, and manufactured by a diverse team of talented employees. Dakkota provides a variety of build-to-order manufacturing processes including cockpit, overhead and fascia systems.

For decades, Dakkota's team has assembled complex interior/exterior vehicle systems for customers with demanding delivery windows. Dakkota develops superior lean assembly and sequencing operations along with first class product development and supply chain management processes to lead to industry in product/process integration, assembly and delivery.

Dakkota is committed to delivering the highest quality products and services to its customers which has been proven by the numerous awards we have received.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Holt, MI
Year Founded
2001
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