Operations Specialist-KS

Griswold Industries dba Cla-Val•Olathe, KS

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Operations Specialist will assist in sales, manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, and supply chain operations, contributing towards improving ESI and ESI Fab Systems operational efficiencies. This is a very hands-on role and is expected to provide active leadership, not just in project-related activities, but also in day-to-day operations, and perform other duties as assigned. Facilitating and driving a broad array of continuous improvement activities at the ESI/ESI Fab System location. This role will also act as a resource for the broader national Cla-Val organization, supporting both ESI Operations, as well as broader corporate coordination and communication.

Requirements

Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Communications or a Business-related field
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an operations capacity, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Have the technical capacity to manage ESI projects to completion
Ability to maintain an appropriate balance between short-term business delivery and longer-term strategic priorities
Ability to appropriately manage time
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work, and determine priorities
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with company management, sales, office and warehouse personnel, engineers, distributors, end-users, contractors, represented companies’ personnel, and governmental representatives
Ability to operate a computer and use applicable software programs
Tactical and Strategic Thinking to facilitate implementing change
Ability to think critically
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Forklift Certification
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stretch, lift, move, and carry materials and products
Ability to perform essential functions of the job, as defined
Must consent to be enrolled in company Driver Monitoring Program
Must maintain a valid drivers license
Must maintain an acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

Warehousing – to include Cycle Counts, Inventory Accuracy, Timely System Transactions
WIP Management – to include timely and accurate production support
Shipping and Receiving Oversight
Accurate Order Entry
Coordination with ESI Service Team
Will Call Coordination
System Training to Kansas City Staff
Forecasting and Inventory Allocation Management
Coordination with Corporate Purchasing to include creation of Purchase Requisitions, communicating vendor/material requirements that are unique to the Kansas City Operations, and Supply Chain Coordination
Coordination with National Sales Team to include timely execution of the EPS Quoting Process by supporting the North American sales team, managing the [email protected] inquiry portal, ensuring the timely and accurate creation of Bills of Materials along with realistic manufacturing lead time expectations; accurate Order Entry, and regular communication with Corporate Inside/Outside Sales
Identifying process inefficiencies and sources of loss, and coordinate/facilitate activities using cross-functional resources to eliminate them
Drive change and be comfortable working with all levels within the organization
Work to abolish the status quo; must be a strong communicator
Drive the standardization of processes and the implementation of best practices
Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position
Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations