a must RESPONSIBILITIES: Source, negotiate, manage, and measure supplier quality, cost, delivery, terms of payment, and purchase conditions. Evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers in order to achieve on-time delivery, at the lowest cost, while minimizing inventory.
Manage the Buying process by monitoring key Purchasing signals based on demand and Safety Stocks. Place, track, monitor and follow-up Purchased Orders to ensure material ordered is delivered on-time, meeting quality and documentation standards. Follow up to expedite or de-expedite purchase orders as required. Monitor Life Cycle of assigned goods to ensure no product ever gets scrapped. Ensure
all paperwork for incoming deliveries is accurate and accompanies the delivery of raw materials, quickly solving any discrepancies as they occur. Participate in the Supplier Qualification program.
Support the Quality department in obtaining documents to assure GMP compliance. Monitor quality and adherence to specifications of products purchased. Coordinate with Logistics material receipts and warehouse space planning. Discuss defective or unacceptable raw materials or components with Quality Control, users, vendors, and others to determine the source of the problem and take corrective action. Evaluate and negotiate alternative supplier options and collaborate with the team on design enhancements
and product modifications. Negotiate Purchasing Agreements and supplier agreements, where applicable.
Actively reduce lead times through vendor-managed inventory programs or floor stock agreements. Actively solicit quotations for new raw materials and existing raw materials to assure price awareness and competitiveness in the supply chain. Communicate any supply chain threats and strategic buy ahead opportunities. Work closely with the R&D department in the sourcing of raw materials to support new product launches and pilots. Prepare reports, update KPIs periodically. Other duties as assigned BENEFITS : Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Group Life and Disability insurance 401(k) with match Paid Holidays Biweekly profit-sharing contribution PTO (Vacation and Sick Time) Bonuses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions) : 1.
Do you have a BS or BA Degree in relevant field2. Do you have at least 5 years' experience purchasing raw and packaging materials and components in the food and beverage or medical industry3. Do you have proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, and Microsoft Excel (such as VLOOKUP, PIVOT TABLE)4. Do you have ERP experience5. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.
between the teams to directly impact and consistently meet plant objectives and deliverables. This position is also accountable for ensuring that high performance teams work collaboratively in the decision making processes and that the decisions are in alignment with plant goals and objectives, World Class Manufacturing (WCM) standards, Key Performance Indicator's (KPI), OSHA requirement and current Human Resources (HR) guidelines.
Principal End Results Operating Results (revenues, cost, profit) Coordinate and oversee all activity in one or more manufacturing departments to deliver results in safety, profitability, quality, service, efficiency and cost reductions while maintaining a positive
work climate. Customer Results (acquisition, retention, penetration, satisfaction) Initiate, participate, and lead, where appropriate, programs and projects geared toward meeting current and future customer demands.
Constant focus to improve customer satisfaction, and continual operational efficiency through a culture of excellence and accountability. Leadership Results (setting direction, communicating, developing people, setting standards) Coach and mentor by influencing behaviors to execute and meet assigned responsibility that directly improve individual, team and plant performance. Implement key succession plans and employee development activities to create a strong team bench.
Ability to build a world-class team is essential to this role.
Actively lead programs to create a team based work environment at all levels of the organization. Drive employee involvement that is shop floor focused to create an autonomous team environment. Manufacturing Results (control, quality, timeliness) Drive operational excellence using lean six-sigma principles. Promote technical and innovative leadership in product and processes using the known best practices and training of employees. Establish appropriate shop floor based manufacturing systems, controls, and visually managed metrics to track results, quality and service. Relationships (working relationships, team play, internal and external, business and government) Continuously backss the operational area of responsibility and collaborate with the leadership team to develop strategic plans supporting the long range plans of the business.
Ensure that operations are in compliance with all government regulations related to product safety, employee safety, and environmental standards including OSHA and EPA. Participate in cross-facility initiatives to determine company-wide best practices and improvement of business processes. Social Responsibility (doing right by the community, governments, and environment) Ensure that operations are in compliance with all government regulations related to product safety, employee safety, and environmental standards including OSHA and EPA.
Individual Technical Competence (those parts of the work that only you should do) Astute and tenacious review of cost and budgetary commitments to deliver annually our financial commitments while achieving the customers' expectations. Required Qualifications The incumbent reports to the Plant Manager, Organic Bonded Abrasives, Worcester, MA. Incumbent interacts extensively with all plant personnel, sales, customer service, logistics operations, product management, finance, and external suppliers.
The incumbent supports operations overall business strategy by providing high level of leadership, management and direction for the manufacturing facility. The position requires a proven performer who can balance multiple priorities to achieve desired quantified results through others in a fast paced environment. Leadership and management style must be conducive to effectively motivate, develop, and guide the organization to achieving operational goals and objectives. Incumbent will develop and administer operations strategy which will embrace the concepts, principles and philosophies of Lean Manufacturing.
Incumbent will establish and maintain the plant safety initiatives and policies. Responsible for the efficient use of inventory, materials, machines and workforce. Responsible for production costs, product quality, and modifying production and inventory control programs. The incumbent will perform continuous improvements in all areas, including but not limited to, efficiency, quality, safety, and leadership in order to deliver financial profitability for the value stream. He/she will serve as a key resource concerning product/process/equipment knowledge and will be the authority of knowledge for all parts of the value stream (product line).
Responsible to develop the annual budget and necessary year on year improvement plans for the specific Value Stream. Monitors the performance of quarterly/annual objectives and resolves problems and variances as they arise. Additionally, incumbent must have the ability to constantly challenge the team on technical, managerial and leadership matters, work with an open mind to facilitate continuous exchanges with peers and experts based within North America.
It is essential that this individual implement a culture of accountability for all associates in a fair and consistent manner. It will also be necessary that the incumbent can identify issues, make tough decisions, delegate appropriately, and follow up to ensure all objectives are achieved. A strong bias for action and results orientation are necessary. Drive, agility, courage, commitment, integrity, and respect for others are all important characteristics. Incumbent must develop high morale and motivation to subordinates through positive leadership, sincere interest and recognition, fair appraisals of performance and sound counseling within established Company policies.
Travel is approximately 5%. Additional Description A leader with 3-5 years of applied professional experience working in production in an industrial/manufacturing environment. A Bachelor degree in engineering or a related discipline is preferred. Critical skills include but are not limited to: Strong leadership skills with the ability to positively influence others and manage change within a diverse manufacturing operation encompassing up to three (3) shifts with diverse processes and products Effective change management and conflict management skills; implementer of cultural change who can build a strong organization with emphasis on process, maintenance and engineering A passion for safety with personal accountability and proven ability to drive same throughout an organization Demonstrated experience and comprehension of routinely-applicable financial concepts: P&L, Balance Sheet, Cost Accounting, Cash Flow, Capital Management, and Budgeting Demonstrated experience in good business judgment/decision making, strategic planning/goal setting, problem-solving/correction action planning Driven, inquisitive, commanding, and hands-on problem-solving traits Proven ability to plan and implement at both strategic and operational levels Prior success operating in a highly matrixed organization Innovator who looks to create, implement and improve the best practices from within the manufacturing organization or sister businesses within the Company Excellent interpersonal and problem solving capabilities to work effectively in manufacturing and team environments Ability to convey goals and needs to the shop floor and organization in the context of customer needs and the competitive environment that surrounds us Demonstrated ability to building teams within, across and through all organization levels Well versed in ISO standards and application in addition to Lean manufacturing, especially dealing with shop floor accountability and pull systems Quality/ISO, HSE/OSHA systems and Six Sigma/WCM experience to ensure compliance to all requirements both legal and within Saint-Gobain Excellent verbal and written communication skills Legal Statement Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, gender, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. PDN-9a330a94-c660-43c4-bf8d-4ca816d844df
The buyer role will follow established procedures, practices and policies to contact vendors, obtain quotations, examine bids, place purchase orders and expedite and monitor delivery of the corresponding material under minimal direction. The buyer will exercise informed judgment and build solid understanding of materials and sources of supply to make purchases at a price consistent with the required quality and quantity.
Analysis of data will be required to drive evaluation of opportunities of moderate scope. The successful candidate will show initiative and responsibility, act proactively and seek possible solutions for issues before raising. Key Responsibilities: Negotiates and generates
purchase orders for approved purchase requisitions, and raw material to support production per MRP. Reviews and resolves daily internal purchasing problems and shortages within their commodity and ensures communication to cross functional teams.
Reschedules Purchase Orders as required. Supports major cost reduction programs. Returns non-conforming inventory items to vendors within their commodity. Resolves discrepant invoice issues in a timely manner. Confers with suppliers concerning late, on-time and early deliveries. Participates in supplier performance reviews within their commodity. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or
1 to 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Purchasing certificate preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to use a PC with Microsoft Office software, proficiency in Excel preferred. Ability to perform data entry into an ERP system such as Oracle. Well organized and must have both good written and verbal communication skills. Collaborative with Employees in various functional areas. Regularly engages with Production leads and Supervisors, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, Demand Planning, R&D Engineering, Accounts Payable and Document Services. Occasionally interacts with Marketing/Sales, and Finance. Builds stable working relationships internally.
soldering/desoldering skills, sharp focus on detailed tasks, work with speed and accuracy, and get along well with others. Based on the work we do a GED or High School diploma is a must. It's rewarding and challenging work combined with full-time day shift hours.
Are you up for the challenge and reward? because we can't wait to hear from you! Com Sonics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
guests meet the age and weight restrictions of attraction. Ensure that guests are using equipment properly and safely. Perform retrievals and evacuations when necessary. Provide basic first aid care when necessary. Ensure that all guests have a fun and memorable experience.
Perform other tasks as assigned by manager. Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities): Skilled in providing outstanding customer service. Display good judgment skills in making decisions. Must follow company procedures for maintaining a safe workplace. Must pay attention to detail and have an extreme dedication to safety. Must have a friendly and fun disposition and connect with guests. Prior experience
working with children helpful. Core Competencies: Decision Making: Use sound judgment to make good decisions. Friendly Service: Treat people courteously and respond in a helpful manner.
Motivation: Maintain and display a high level of energy & enthusiasm. Physical Demands: Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times. Must be comfortable working outside in all weather conditions.
organization, communication and writing skills. The amenities coordinator reviews upcoming arrivals, plans and organizes welcome amenities and personalized welcome notes and cards, designed to make our guests feel special and well taken care of. Wequassett Resort and Golf Club is an exquisite 27-acre resort on beautiful Pleasant Bay.
We are known for our award-winning service culture with an unparalleled commitment to go above and beyond for our guests. We offer four restaurants, two pools, two private beaches, four tennis courts, boating and sailing and championship golf.
