Storekeeper

American Crystal Sugar Company • Crookston, MN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Storekeeper position is responsible for purchasing materials within a $2,000 limit and in accordance with Purchasing Policies, accounting for approximately 75% of purchase orders maintained at the factory site. They also assist supervisors, mechanics, and other crew leaders in parts identification and vendor sources. This role is crucial for maintaining adequate supplies for uninterrupted factory operations while minimizing inventory carrying costs.

Requirements

• High School diploma or a GED certificate is required.
• Two year degree in accounting or business, or equivalent work experience in office administration or a related area.
• Must be able to reference, read and understand how to use MSDS data sheets.
• Must possess computer skills and be able to learn and use the functionality of all facets of SAP inventory management and purchasing systems which include, but is not limited to requisition writing, parts issuing, inventory maintenance, purchase order maintenance, physical inventories, identification of obsolete inventory and actual purchase of materials within $2,000 limit.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel and Word.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of proper procedures for shipping, receiving, and issuing materials; as well as purchasing of materials within the $2,000 limit.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of ACSC cataloging and parts numbering systems.
• Must be able to identify and locate storeroom items in SAP MM System.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of materials in inventory and used in the factory.
• Must be able to identify alternates to parts required by maintenance.
• Must understand factory chemical management program and possess an understanding of chemicals used in factory process.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communications skills, and must be able to interact with a wide range of ACSC employees and suppliers.
• Must be able to provide work direction in a clear, concise and well thought out manner.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to become forklift certified.

Nice To Haves

• Prior storeroom or purchasing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains chemicals, coal, coke, and lime rock inventories to ensure adequate supplies for uninterrupted factory operations, while maintaining minimal balances and reducing inventory carrying costs.
• Monitors inventory cycle counts to ensure they are performed on schedule and for all stock items yearly.
• Arranges and coordinates monthly engineering firm’s measurement of coal, coke, and rock piles to ensure minimal inventory adjustment at year end. Notifies Production Superintendent of results.
• Performs daily coal, coke, chemical, and lime rock use calculations to ensure the proper quantities are charged to the correct accounts.
• Issues chemicals and major operating supplies according to established procedures.
• Coordinates duties, activities, and responsibilities of the storeroom staff with the Shift Supervisors to promote consistency between shifts.
• Coordinates the duties, activities, and responsibilities of the Storeroom Specialists to ensure shipping and receiving duties are handled in a timely manner.
• Works closely with the storeroom staff.
• Coordinates the duties, activities, and responsibilities of the Truck Driver.
• Provides direction in the maintenance of the chemical storage warehouse along with the duties, activities, and responsibilities of the Materials & Supplies Handler.
• Coordinates the maintenance of the steel warehouse between the Maintenance Superintendent, Shift Supervisors, Mechanics, Machinists, and other maintenance personnel.
• Participates in the review of obsolete inventory and proper stocking levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned and required to work overtime as necessary.

Benefits

• Eligibility for comprehensive medical insurance starting on day one.
• Pension
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a Company match
• Paid dental
• Paid basic life insurance
• Paid short-term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Service awards
• 24/7 employee assistance program with access to eight confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED