Operations Specialist

Copeland•Natchitoches, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Support plant operations through effective management of MRO inventory, storeroom processes, and purchasing support activities. The MRO Specialist is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting operational and maintenance requirements, generating reports, communicating with vendors and internal customers, and assisting with critical part procurement activities. This role serves as backup support for the MRO Buyer and plays a key role in supporting plant uptime and operational continuity.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional customer service skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and email communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred
Equivalent manufacturing, inventory, purchasing, or storeroom experience may be considered in lieu of formal education
Minimum of two years of experience in a manufacturing, storeroom, inventory, purchasing, or administrative support environment preferred
ERP or inventory management systems preferred
Working knowledge of inventory control, purchasing processes, and manufacturing operations is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory transactions related to receiving, issuing, transferring, and returning materials
Perform inventory audits, cycle counts, and inventory adjustments as required
Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment activities to maintain operational readiness
Generate and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reports related to inventory and purchasing activities
Create, review, and support purchase requisitions and purchase orders as needed
Serve as backup support for MRO purchasing activities in the absence of the MRO Buyer
Research and resolve issues related to backorders, delayed shipments, incorrect shipments, and inventory discrepancies
Communicate professionally with vendors, maintenance personnel, production leadership, engineering, and other internal customers
Support urgent maintenance and operational requirements with a strong sense of urgency
Utilize Microsoft Excel and other systems to track inventory, analyze data, and support reporting activities
Maintain organized storeroom conditions and support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
Follow up on open orders, vendor communications, and outstanding inventory issues
Support plant operational needs through flexibility in schedule, including occasional weekends or extended hours as needed
Perform all other duties assigned to support storeroom and operational requirements