Material Project Coordinator 1

PACCAR•Kirkland, WA

1d•$80,800 - $120,800

About The Position

Kenworth Truck Company is seeking a Material Project Coordinator to manage the material implementation segment of Engineering Change Notices. This role ensures that processes requiring Plant/Division coordination for new product implementation and product changes are well defined and supported. The coordinator will manage the material segment of these changes with suppliers to establish mutually agreed-upon implementation dates while minimizing surplus and obsolete inventory.

Requirements

3+ years of experience required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including: written, verbal, listening and presentation are required.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in fast paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects.
Negotiation skills, including conflict management.
Mechanical aptitude including ability to read blueprints and communicate technical information clearly.
Proficient with personal computers including; Excel, Access, and an understanding of the CMS-80 system.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

experience in materials or manufacturing support preferred.
Self-motivated, organized, and flexible to a consistently changing and developing environment.
Knowledge of statistics, supply chain management, distribution practices, EDI, inventory management, and production environments strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Review Engineering Change Notices and assess for potential impact on operations.
Identify issues and develop interdepartmental strategies for implementation of Engineering Change Notices.
Track project implementation status including: plant and supplier inventory levels, PPAP status, tooling status, and other critical information.
Direct the materials organization toward stated project implementation objectives.
Analyze overall project impact to materials. Identify and communicate pertinent information regarding lead times, inventory costs and project financial risks to Change Control and Materials management.
Work in partnership with Engineering and Division Materials, Corporate Quality, Corporate Purchasing, suppliers and the plants to ensure smooth project implementations.

Benefits

401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive paid time off – minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Paid short- and long-term disability programs
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
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