Manufacturing Assistant Job at Willoughby Industries Ind, Indianapolis, IN

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  • Willoughby Industries Ind
  • Indianapolis, IN

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

Job Tags

Temporary work, Work experience placement, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Day shift,

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