Job Description

Stable, well respected Northwest side, Indianapolis manufacturer is seeking a well qualified individuals to assist in production and inventory . This position requires knowledge of inventory and experience in a manufacturing, production environment. The position is Monday-Friday day shift. We offer a state of the art workplace with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, short-term and long-term disability, paid holidays and paid vacation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inventory

• Manage production inventory.
• Ability to develop and maintain inventory control systems.
• Prepare end-of-month close reports generated from the ERP system.
• Conduct periodic physical cycle counts and update system on hand.
• Communicate with receiving and purchasing on discrepancies.
• Assist receiving for accuracy and location.

Production

• Generate and maintain work orders to meet production requirements.
• Update work orders and coordinate with management on expedites.
• Update purchasing on increased production needs against reorder points/lead times.
• Provide general administrative support to the team as needed.
• Develop a base of product knowledge and Willoughby’s part number matrix to be able to identify parts by visual inspection.
• Understand and assist with Part number creation, Bill of Materials and Routers.
• Assist production manager and sales team with project resource materials planning.
• Assist with shipping/outbound orders.

Purchasing

• Coordinate with warehouse and accounting teams to verify receipt of purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels to potential shortages or overstock situations.
• Assist in preparing reports related to purchasing activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• ERP/MRP experience.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Multi-tasking with ease in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, self-Motivated and ability to prioritize tasks and projects with limited direction and time constraints.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise.
• Innovative problem solving.
• Must be a good culture fit: Professional presence, open-minded, positive attitude and team player.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools and equipment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years’ experience working within a supply chain role.
• Previous work experience in steel manufacturing/sourcing preferred.
• Demonstrated ability for independent thinking. Proven ability to plan pro- actively, anticipate issues and have excellent problem resolution with little or no input or assistance.
• Excellent follow-through. Proven ability to work in a deadline-intensive environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office/Manufacturing Environment
• Constant sitting
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Will be asked to spend time in the manufacturing plant
• Manufacturing plant has high level of noise
• Must submit to pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Excellent attendance and punctuality history
• Make decisions based on experience and available data
• Require minimal supervision to complete work and meet deadlines
• Strives to meet or exceed job requirements
• Ability to work well with others

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