Replenishment Specialist

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

16h•$31 - $50

About The Position

A replenishment specialist in a manufacturing environment is responsible for managing inventory and ensuring a consistent supply of materials to support production operations. Using tools like PFEP (Plan for Every Part), Kanban systems, Min/Max planning processes, and inventory management standard work, they design and maintain efficient replenishment systems to minimize waste, prevent production delays, and optimize material flow. This includes monitoring inventory levels, setting reorder points, standardizing processes for material handling / flow, while aligning with production demands. The role requires maintaining detailed part data, adhering to standardized inventory management practices, analyzing consumption rates, and adjusting replenishment strategies based on demand fluctuations or process improvements. By implementing and following inventory management standard work, the specialist ensures consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in replenishment activities. Through lean principles and data-driven decision-making, they ensure materials are always available in the right quantities and locations, contributing to seamless production and operational excellence.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge: Advanced understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment). Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards. Utilizes advanced blueprint and GD&T understanding to suggest improvements to engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
Analytical Skills: Expertise in applying analytical methodologies to operational processes. Experience with process mapping, value stream analysis, and root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams). Supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Mechanical Aptitude: Utilize advanced understanding of manufacturing processes (mechanical disassembly/reassembly, CNC machine operations, testing) to support and mentor operations members. Advanced skill with mechanical tools and measurement instruments and mechanical components. Understanding how tooling impacts repeatability, precision, and cycle time. Advanced knowledge of mechanical techniques and processes.
Communication: Communicates actively with all key stakeholders to support workflow and drive resolution to immediate issues. Clearly conveys (verbal and written) advanced technical information and ideas effectively across teams and departments throughout the organization. Demonstrates Woodward's Core Values
Time Management: Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet deadlines and manage workload efficiently. Manages multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and alignment with objectives.
Lean Mindset: Identifies opportunities to enhance operational workflows and implements effective solutions. Participation in improvement projects to solve complex manufacturing issues. Ability to quantify impact (e.g., cost savings, productivity gains, quality improvements).
Production Systems: Champions standardized work and provides timely support to production escalations. Actively participates the daily management system. Advanced knowledge in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and production softwares and tools to aid in analysis of problems.
Computer Skills: Advanced ability to use basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
Detail-Oriented: Ability to review and maintain BOMs. Improve work instructions, and process documentation with a high level of accuracy. Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings and ensuring alignment with production specs. Proactively Identifies and corrects minor deviations before they escalate into major issues.
Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with others and accepts feedback. Collaborates across teams, shares knowledge, and supports team goals. Facilitates team discussions.
Inventory Management: Effectively oversees and maintains accurate inventory levels to ensure the availability of materials when needed.
Attention to Detail: Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail in tracking and documenting material movements and transactions.
Organizational Skills: Organizes and manages multiple tasks and responsibilities efficiently to maintain smooth operations.
Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and effectively with team members, suppliers, and other stakeholders to facilitate coordination.
Analytical Skills: Analyzes data and inventory reports to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
Technical Proficiency: Utilizes inventory management software and other relevant technologies proficiently to manage material control processes.
Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves issues related to material shortages, excesses, or discrepancies promptly and effectively.
Time Management: Prioritizes tasks and manages time efficiently to meet deadlines and maintain workflow continuity.
Compliance Knowledge: Ensures all material control activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Teamwork: Collaborates effectively with team members and other departments to achieve common goals and enhance overall performance.

Responsibilities

Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in multiple areas/processes.
Continuous Improvement: Determines and applies appropriate approaches for new assignments and enhances existing methodologies to improve effectiveness.
Quality: Timely disposition and applies complex root cause analysis for production problems. Implements corrective actions across similar processes to prevent recurrence.
Resolve Complex Issues: Utilizes a common systematic approach in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
Safety Mindset: Adheres to, actively supports, and implements improvements to established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.
Inventory Management: Manage and oversee the tracking and maintenance of inventory levels to ensure the availability of necessary materials.
Reporting and Analysis: Generate and analyze production reports to track performance metrics, identify areas for improvement, and provide actionable insights for informed decision making.
Schedule Adherence: Identify and resolve production constraints and delays. Monitor production progress and ensure schedules are followed.
Coordination and Communication: Serve as a liaison between various departments, including manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and logistics to facilitate smooth workflow and resolve any production related issues.

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave