Job Details
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Job Title
Inventory Associate II
Responsible for reconciling inventory, compiling information and maintaining accurate records of stocked materials. Collaborates with production planning to execute work order releases and supports production with the manufacturing floor relative to the availability of materials.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Releases and closes work orders through MRP system. Investigates discrepancies and drives for root causes
Follows up on WIP inventory required to support and execute manufacturing work orders
Under minimal supervision, stocks, reconciles and distributes materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines; maintains records of all stock and materials and communicates shortages/discrepancies to appropriate personnel
Reviews inventory records to determine if material on hand is in sufficient quantity to meet forecasted needs
Works closely with sales and planning to minimize inventory and/or to enter orders to replenish supply if necessary
Receives product per departmental work instructions or through the use of a Kanban system
Manages inventory using first in, first out (FIFO) method and alerts planner to recommended changes
Verifies clerical computations against physical count of stock and adjusts errors in computation or count, or investigates and reports reasons for discrepancies
Performs and records results of inventory cycle counts as designated by management
Conducts daily /annual physical inventory process for parts in distribution area troubleshooting any discrepancies; reports needed inventory adjustments to appropriate personnel
Notifies purchasing and planning personnel of any inventory adjustments based on daily inventories; searches for root cause of repeated anomalies
Properly stores stock in appropriate location ensuring all inventory is tagged and labeled per departmental work instructions
Compiles accurate records of items' purchase prices, deliveries, and inventories controlling inventory in accordance with management objectives/directives
Arranges for disposal of damaged product or surplus/obsolete materials in accordance to Company Policy
Matches externally received purchase orders and purchase order receipt data reporting discrepancies to appropriate personnel
May prepare reports of inventory balances, designating any shortages or overages
May be required to transport material using a forklift for delivery to manufacturing area
Assists and/or performs in any and all areas as assigned.
May work any and all shifts/days as required.
Job Requirements:
Education:
High school diploma/GED
Experience:
Minimum 4 years of experience or;
Bachelor's degree with 2 years related experience
Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Possess the ability to use the computer system and software such as Windows, Microsoft Office, and Outlook for essential departmental functions such as recording inventory, creating reports, etc.
MRP experience; QAD and/or SAP preferred
Exhibits strong interpersonal and organizational skills, great attention to detail as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds
Target Hiring Range
Hourly: USD 19.23 - USD 23.00
Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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