Pay: $21/hr
Hours: 1st shift, confirming hours
Buyer
Purpose: To add value to the company by purchasing parts, materials, and supplies for use in the manufacturing process based on production schedules, forecasts, and inventory levels. Position serves the Production Control department.
Essential Functions:
• Purchases parts, materials and supplies for use in the manufacturing process using the material requirement planning (MRP) report and KanBan system where sources of supply have been established.
• Reviews the MRP report daily and visually inspects inventory for requirements.
• Places order and expedites when necessary.
• Develops relationships with suppliers through managing accounts, visiting suppliers, understanding commodities, etc.
• Monitors and rates supplier performance through delivery/quality reports, on-site audits and daily communication.
• Manages inventory through conducting checks to determine the status of inventory and placing orders based on the MRP system and production forecast.
• Works through various quality issues including handling rejected materials, notifying supplier of quality problems, processing defective parts, and maintaining and improving raw materials specification.
• Performs negotiations and makes recommendation for settlements with vendors on defective or late shipments.
• Authorizes payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
• Comply with standard work practices and SOPs
? Complies with all EHS and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies and procedures
Qualifications:
? High school diploma/GED required
? Associates degree in a related field or equivalent preferred
? Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal
? Exhibits attention to detail
? Flexibility and agility in an ever-changing environment
? Consistent attendance and punctuality
? Perform a variety of tasks safely throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Sit or stand for an extended amount of time
• Working in and/or around loud machinery
• The ability to handle repetitive motion
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