MRO Buyer-Scheduler Coordinator

Company: Minerals Technologies
Location: Adams
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Overview:Minerals Technologies Inc. (MTI) is a resource- and technology-based company that develops, produces and markets worldwide a broad range of specialty mineral, mineral-based and synthetic mineral products and related systems and services. The Company has three reportable segments: Specialty Minerals, Performance Materials and Refractories. MTI provides a business environment and promotes a culture that encourages all employees to contribute to our success. We have long been committed to the recruitment and advancement of the most talented and qualified people. We recognize that MTI's ability to provide the highest caliber of products and services is enhanced by a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and countries in which we work.The Specialty Minerals (SMI) segment produces and sells the synthetic mineral product precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC), mines mineral ores and processes and sells natural mineral products, primarily limestone and talc. This segment's products are used principally in the paper, building materials, paint and coatings, glass, ceramic, polymer, food, automotive and pharmaceutical industries.What We Offer:Competitive pay, commensurate with experienceHealth/Dental/Vision plans401k company matchLife InsuranceShort Term Disability & Long-Term DisabilityEducational AssistanceEmployee Assistance PlanPosition: MRO Buyer-Scheduler CoordinatorLocation: USA Adams, MassachusettsJob SummaryThe MRO Buyer-Scheduler Coordinator task of this job description provides purchasing support and accurate record keeping for a successful and secure maintenance inventory parts. Responsible for the procurement, execution of goods and services for maintenance and operations. Ensure that items or services delivered within time frame to support operations and acceptable inventory levels. The MRO Buyer-Scheduler Coordinator task will partner with maintenance planners to optimize the workforce productivity and work quality by eliminating potential delays and obstacles through proper planning, scheduling and coordination of parts, and materials. They will prepare reports, metrics, and other tracking tools that will allow the maintenance department to be successful. Position will be responsible for sustaining parts issuing CMMS systems.Responsibilities:The MRO Buyer-Scheduler Coordinator, under general supervision, is responsible for carrying out functions related to purchasing, receiving, issuing, storing, inventorying, and security of supplies, materials and equipment maintained in the storehouse, working directly with maintenance planners to assure parts availability, in addition to working with Accounts payable on all open invoices, coordinating with leadership team outstanding invoices.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage all aspects of purchasing, receiving, and distribution / issuing accuracy.Ensure accurate parts inventory through cycle counts.Update and Maintain record keeping software including the addition and removal of new and existing equipment and suppliers.Execute annual review and update of min max requirements.Track and report Maintenance parts usage/issues, correlating with cycle countsMaintain receiving parts room inventory and cleanliness in accordance too 5S standard work.Develop effective relationships with suppliers (internal/external) to facilitate business transactions.Maintain and apply knowledge of current policies, regulations, ensure that activities and protocols for purchasing and receiving items are appropriately administered across functions.Understands and adheres to all MTI purchasing policiesWith the use of the CMMS, responsible for the partnering with the maintenance planning and scheduling teams, supporting adhering to scheduled maintenance.Maintains necessary records and files and prepares and distributes meaningful and accurate control reports.Provide input to management and suggest improvements for efficiency.Demonstrates good leadership, analytical and planning/organizational skills.Manages oil inventory, maintaining recordsAssists all personnel in locating items in storageProvides monthly reports on slow moving parts, including parts ordered for projects not executedOperate fork truck to unload and move pallets of materialShip items via FedEx and UPSSchedule deliveries to plantReceive all raw materials when it arrives and is released by QualityWork with Accounts payable department on vendor payment issues.Provide weekly report on all open invoices.OE/LeanActively participates in the implementation of sustainable improvement processes, such as 5S, Kaizen, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Daily Management Control, Standard Work and Problem Solving.Other Duties & ResponsibilitiesPurchase miscellaneous items for the plant.Inspect containment areas.Other duties as assigned.Note: Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Qualifications:The requirements listed in the sections that follow are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required to perform the duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (primary duties) of the job.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.Work Hours:The schedule is typically the day shift. However, employee must have ability to work the shift/number of hours in which duties need to be accomplished, including overtime, holidays and weekends, as necessary.Travel:Travel may occur on an infrequent basis.Working Conditions: Incumbent must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and should be proficient in computer applications. While performing the duties of this job, an employee is typically required to have the ability to exert physical strength, coordinate movements, use repetitive motions, have the ability to operate mobile equipment, regularly stand, walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, crouch, kneel, lift, twist, push and pull throughout a work shift, work in confined spaces, have manual dexterity, lift materials weighing up to and including 50 pounds, select and use appropriate equipment/tools to accomplish job duties, read, write, listen, speak and understand English, follow all instructions and other oral/written information, visually inspect equipment/work area, complete paperwork and other documentation accurately, identify, analyze, troubleshoot and solve issues using judgment, react quickly as needed, be organized and detail oriented, be able to identify/judge the urgency of a situation, use judgment in decision making, communicate effectively with others, be aware of oneself in relation to surrounding equipment, work independently and as a team with others. Ability to instruct/transfer job information/knowledge to others and lift between 50 and 100 pounds is preferred.There is exposure to plant production areas, which may include exposure to outside weather conditions as well as loud noise from equipment and dust from production processes. Exposure to plant areas requires the use of appropriate safety equipment. Personal protective equipment is available for employee use in these circumstances.The employee is expected to be self-directed, take initiative and be persistent when appropriate to accomplish necessary duties and keep busy without prompting. Additionally, the employee is expected to be adaptable/flexible to changing work assignments, have a high level of integrity, dependability and self control to maintain composure, perform multiple tasks at once, learn and memorize procedures, manage time effectively and efficiently, meet established deadlines, display a cooperative attitude, read, understand and follow all company, job specific and safety policies/procedures, and attend/use all required training. Ability to travel is preferred.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must have knowledge of the English language, modes of transportation, clerical procedures, and transportation regulations including but not limited to hazardous materials shipping requirements.Safety Training: A new employee hired to perform the duties of this position is to be provided New Employee Training from a qualified individual, which consists of classroom training and may include a tour of plant area(s). Additional refresher safety training will be required as management deems appropriate and/or as dictated by MSHA regulations.EOE Only candidates under consideration will be contacted IND123

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