Materials Analyst

Clarios • Geneva, IL

5d

About The Position

The Materials Analyst maintains inventory of production components and analyzes inventory and production results. The role supports timely material flow by ordering components, expediting orders, coordinating with receiving, and scheduling inbound loads. It also maintains production and inventory records in the CMMS (Maximo), prepares MRO reports, assists with month-end inventories, processes MDRs, manages obsolescence and phase-outs, and keeps Bills of Materials current.

The position handles process changes and distributes updates to plant personnel, conducts internal audits for compliance with quality and process specifications, and cross-trains within the department to support Production Control team members. The analyst uses Microsoft Office applications to manage and report inventory data, collaborates across production and receiving, applies Lean principles, maintains organized records, prioritizes deadlines, and communicates and documents processes clearly.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a CMMS environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong business writing skills.
• Highly organized and deadline-driven, with prioritization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook.
• Self-directed and able to meet position requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior inventory or materials analyst experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with increasing responsibilities.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Order components to maintain inventory levels.
• Follow up on and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with receiving to ensure proper material receipt and schedule inbound loads.
• Enter production and inventory data daily into the CMMS (Maximo).
• Prepare MRO reports and assist with month-end inventories.
• Process MDRs and manage obsolescence through phase-out coordination.
• Maintain Bills of Materials with current requirements.
• Handle process changes and distribute updates to plant personnel.
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with quality and process specifications.
• Cross-train within the department to support Production Control team members.
• Use Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook to manage and report inventory data.
• Collaborate with production and receiving teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Maintain organized records, prioritize tasks, and document processes clearly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage starting on the date of hire.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching, starting on the date of hire.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Perks and discounts.
• Parental and caregiver leave programs.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible spending.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Business travel insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• The headquarters location has a full-service cafeteria and workout facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed