Deeter Foundry (The NEI Group)

At Deeter Foundry, our product is iron. We manufacture the highest quality iron castings in support of the public works infrastructure of communities throughout the United States. Our Procurement and Inventory Manager plays a critical role in the manufacture of our products by sourcing, purchasing, receiving, inventorying and disseminating supplies, materials and tools. The Procurement and Inventory Manager plays this role in a supportive environment that values teamwork, dedication, and continual learning. If you have the knowledge, experience and desire to fill this critical role at Deeter Foundry, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• Affordable Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

Salary Range

$70,000 - $80,000 annually

Typical Hours

6:00am-4:30pm, Monday - Friday

Job Summary

Manages the sourcing, procurement, and inventory of the supplies, equipment, tools, and materials needed by the manufacturing operations at Deeter Foundry.

Managerial Functions

• Responsible for all aspects of safety for the department including the completion of safety audits, accident investigations, and periodic reporting to management.
• Train and motivate employees to perform their jobs safely and effectively; properly care for equipment and tools; work as a team; and maintain a safe work area.
• Train and oversee new employees in the warehouse.
• Create and maintain a housekeeping schedule ensuring cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Ensure department and company safety rules are being communicated and followed, including the use of PPE.
• Responsible for department material and labor costs, as well as maintaining efficiency metrics.
• Apply six-sigma and lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve processes.
• Hold employees accountable for their actions and job performance; reward, recognize, counsel, coach, mediate and discipline, as necessary.
• Conduct accident/incident investigations for injuries, near-misses, and property damage within 24 hours of the knowledge of an incident.
• Enter information regarding injuries, safety walks, JSA, etc. in the required record keeping systems.
• Recommend equipment upgrades, replacements and facilitate repairs, as necessary.
• Communicate information as necessary to ensure effective and safe operations, efficient equipment and material usage, and high quality.
• Other activities as assigned to maintain production operations. Work assignments will be made at the discretion of management.

Department Specific Essential Functions

• Issue purchase orders for the plant.
• Ensure sufficient quantities of essential materials, equipment, tools, and supplies are maintained and available for use.
• Control the inventory and purchase of stockroom merchandise.
• Coordinate the re-use, disposal, re-charge and repair services for items such as fire extinguishers, lubrication dispensers, biohazard containers, forklift, LP tanks, etc.
• Manage hazardous waste retention and disposal.
• Manage the grounds keeping service for mowing, weed control, watering, and exterior clean-ups.
• Institute and manage cost saving initiatives, inventory control methods, and re-order supply systems.
• Produce accurate records of inventory, supplies, and material usage.
• Find reliable and competitive sources for materials, supplies, tools and merchandise to support the plant.
• Negotiate prices for merchandise and services from vendors.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions".

Expected Areas of Competence (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Coaching and Development – provide information, guidance, and feedback to strengthen others’ skills and knowledge.
• Communication - read, write, and speak in English.
• Motivation – inspire and encourage others to reach goals and perform at their full potential.
• Time Management – effectively use available time for completion of necessary tasks.
• Resourcefulness - ability to obtain and put into use the proper equipment, facilities, materials, and personnel to complete work.
• Decision Making – ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Analytical Skills - ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Supervisory Skills - ability to organize and effectively direct others.
• Interpersonal – ability to get along with a variety of personalities and individuals, supporting diversity and mutual respect in the workplace; being compliant to policies, laws and procedures; and exhibiting ethical conduct at work.
• Reliability – displaying dependability and trustworthiness.
• Creative - ability to think in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea.
• Persuasive - ability to influence others to change position or to adopt a specific point of view.
• Conflict Resolution – ability to effectively deals with others in antagonistic situations to reach harmony and resolution with an emphasis on fairness, cooperation and commitment.
• Active Listening - ability to actively listen to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
• Work Under Pressure – ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations in a safe, qualitative, efficient and timely manner.

Education/Training Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required, Bachelor’s degree preferred, business or industrial technology discipline desirable.
• Basic first aid training or willingness to successfully complete such training.

Note: An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.

Skill Requirements

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office required, and an ability to adapt to the use of customized computer software programs used in the business.
• Experience driving powered industrial equipment such as forklift, Bobcat, and overhead cranes and hoists preferred.
• Possess and maintain a valid state driver license.
• Experience in sourcing, ordering, receiving, and inventorying products.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish-English) beneficial, but not required.

Physical Requirements (met either with or without accommodation)

• Occasionally exert up to 50 lbs. of force to lift, push or pull materials, tools or other objects.
• Frequently exert up to 20 lbs. of force to lift, push or pull materials, tools or other objects.
• Continually walk, stand or sit.
• Occasionally squat, kneel or climb.
• Gross and fine manual dexterity to manipulate tools, machine parts and computer systems.
• Occasional reach outward or above shoulder height.
• Vision: Correctable for depth of field, color, near and far.
• Hearing: Correctable for regular verbal communication.

Note: Deeter Foundry is an equal opportunity employer and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, or national origin.