Maintenance Inventory Clerk - 2nd Shift

Saputo Inc. • Biscoe, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a 2nd shift position with hours from 4 PM to 12:30 AM. The Maintenance Inventory Clerk is responsible for purchasing maintenance parts, equipment, components, and consumables. They will maintain the integrity of the ERP solution, including inventory, service, and on-demand maintenance work activities. This role involves heavy partnership with the Maintenance Manager and technicians to ensure maintenance and repair (M&R) activities align with operations and fiscal M&R budget objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or certified equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in maintenance demand planning, preferably in food manufacturing.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Word, Excel), email, and general office equipment (scanner/copier/fax).
• SAP experience preferred, with the technical capacity to learn and apply new applications is required.
• Highly organized, detailed, and able to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, and overtime assignments as required.
• Extensive knowledge of industrial manufacturing equipment and components.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance procedures and preventive maintenance process.
• Proficiency and understanding of systems such as safety, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and code compliance as it relates to procuring parts, equipment, and components.
• Understanding of OSHA and GMP regulations.
• Strong ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Extensive planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Purchase parts, components, equipment, and consumables for the maintenance department in accordance with established internal procurement controls and procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and repair part inventories and ensure stock levels are at or above minimums to guarantee plant reliability and uptime.
• Stock and organize parts for maximum inventory and rotation effectiveness.
• Maintain maximum profitability and alignment with the plant M&R budget through cost containment, obtaining competitive bidding, and price options for maintenance parts, equipment, and consumables.
• Ensure vendors and suppliers meet expected price, delivery, and service expectations.
• Coordinate heavily with maintenance management, technicians, suppliers, service providers, contractors, and engineers to schedule maintenance demand planning activities in support of plant operations, including both planned and unplanned maintenance.
• Plan and prepare required parts, equipment, and consumables to support maintenance planning activities.
• Coordinate with appropriate vendors to ensure accurate current manufacturing part numbers and maintenance procedures are available and documented as part of the PM program and procedures, including blueprints and drawings.
• Prepare and generate routine reports, such as inventory balance, price lists, and inventory shortages.
• Prepare lists of depleted items and recommend surveys of defective or salvage/scrap items for obsolete equipment in support of maintenance department activities.
• Support the AP and Finance departments to ensure all detailed service and contract documentation is complete.
• Maintain professional relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to ensure positive business relationships.
• Support internal/external audit activities.
• Participate in all required training sessions.
• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Values.
• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Benefits

• Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED