Maintenance and Inventory Specialist

WashingtonMills•Niagara Falls, NY

2d•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Maintenance Inventory Specialist is responsible for optimizing maintenance schedules, ensuring equipment reliability, and minimizing operational downtime through efficient inventory and contractor management. The Inventory Specialist is responsible for overseeing inventory control, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring data accuracy to support operational and financial goals. This position requires strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills. This position will report directly to the Plant Manager and work with various departments.

Requirements

Possess an associate’s degree or technical training in logistics, supply chain, or industrial maintenance
Have a minimum of 3 years of management experience preferred
Have previous experience in inventory control, maintenance storeroom, or manufacturing environment
Be experienced in using inventory management systems, CMMS, or ERP software
Be detail oriented, have excellent interpersonal skills, computer skills, and the ability to lead team members
Have a strong commitment to safety and work in a highly organized manner

Responsibilities

Supports and maintains the Maintenance MP2 work order system
Ensures that maintenance supplies and parts are purchased at the lowest price while ensuring quality and timeliness of delivery
Maintains stores inventory to prescribed levels and is maintained in a neat and orderly fashion
Estimates projects and repairs with multiple quotes and provide to Plant Manager for approval
Maintains current records and inventory on all machinery, motors, parts, repairs made, specs, etc.
Assists in the planning of scheduled maintenance and ensures that all parts, equipment and materials are on-site, when required
Works with vendor/suppliers to try to improve delivery dates
Identifies and track critical spares inventory and implement inventory control strategy
Will service as back up Maintenance Manager as needed