POET
InventorySpecialist
“Inventory Specialist at POET. Skills: Inventory management, Process management, Cross-functional coordination, Continuous improvement. Manage documentation records for deliveries and inventory transactions. Maintain accountability for tools, equipment, and supplies”
What You'll Achieve.
Assure efficient and effective operation of the plant; Support inventory and planning processes through accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration; Maintain optimized reorder points; Consistently maintain inventory accuracy; Deliver a best-in-class culture of quality
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving skills; Critical thinking skills; Resolve issues; Exercise independent judgement
Ability to achieve and maintain forklift certification, Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and changing environment, Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds, Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders, Opening valves, Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds, Data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour, Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day, Pushing brooms, shovels, etc., Working at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees, Standing for extended periods of time, Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Using hand and power tools, Subject to drug and alcohol testing, Drive a POET vehicle, Motor vehicle record check
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High school diploma or equivalent, Ability to achieve and maintain forklift certification, Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Ability to learn computerized accounting systems, High level of personal integrity, Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization, Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills, Ability to embrace and promote change, Innovative mindset, Ability to think objectively, Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty, Ability to work in a team environment, Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds, Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders, Opening valves, Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds, Data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour, Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day, Pushing brooms, shovels, etc., Working at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees, Standing for extended periods of time, Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Using hand and power tools, Pass a drug screen, Adhere to all safety requirements
Nice to Have
Experience with maintenance managements systems such as Maximo, UpTime Elements Maintenance Reliability Certification or equivalent certification
What You'll Do.
Manage documentation records for deliveries and inventory transactions
Maintain accountability for tools
Maintain clean and organized storeroom and Shipping/Receiving areas
Order parts and equipment as needed
Maintain optimized reorder points
Maintain inventory accuracy
Resolve inventory issues and notify management
Review obsolete parts and share handling options
Take active role in shutdown planning
Proactively update part availability
Operate forklift for parts movement
Support periodic inventory audits
Maintain Bar/QR code labelling program
Coordinate plant mobile/EZMax Mobile devices
Coordinate work functions with team members and departments
Foster culture of safe behavior
Maintain food safety and quality
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with the local leadership team; Coordinate work functions with fellow team members and other departments; Maintain a team environment; Collaborate with the team; Effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization; Work in a team environment
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Shutdown planning
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