Maintenance Parts Coordinator

Sunrise Farms; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food solutions company is seeking a Parts Coordinator who will be responsible for overseeing inventory management and procurement processes in a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will have a college diploma and at least two years of relevant experience in supply chain management or procurement, alongside strong organizational skills and a mechanical aptitude. This full-time position offers a collaborative and supportive atmosphere within the Sunrise Farms family with opportunities to implement operational excellence methodologies.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in procurement, inventory or supply chain management.
• Experience in food manufacturing is an asset.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain inventory control systems and parts organization.
• Monitor stock levels and reorder materials as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Relevant college diploma (e.g., Business, Supply Chain)

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS

Job description

Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we are dedicated to providing a quality work environment for our employees and producing high-quality products for our customers. We are known for our excellent care for clients and employees alike.

Role:

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Parts Coordinator is responsible for establishing and managing maintenance stores and systems by collaborating with all Maintenance Department personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Intermediate understanding of maintenance, with advanced knowledge of machine parts, ability to interpret machine drawings, and understand manufacturer parts manuals.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Sorting, identifying, and correctly placing parts in their designated locations in chronological order.
• Intermediate Excel skills to create and maintain inventory data control; experience with CMMS is an asset.
• Monitoring re-order levels and replenishing inventory to maintain proper stock levels.
• Following order policies and procedures as required.
• Adhering to standard operational procedures and working safely.
• Taking inventory of parts and equipment and maintaining accurate records.
• Complying with regulations regarding hazardous materials, including obtaining Material Safety Data Sheets from vendors.
• Obtaining quotations, placing purchase orders, and consulting with contractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Ensuring all purchase documentation is filed correctly.
• Issuing parts and work orders to mechanics.
• Purchasing materials for projects based on the bill of material (BOM).
• Setting up accounts for new vendors and contractors.
• Reporting and resolving discrepancies between physical counts and computer records.
• Developing or improving inventory procedures.
• Performing daily analysis to predict potential inventory issues.
• Projecting inventory levels based on maintenance plans, demand, on-hand inventory, and external factors.
• Leading strategic sourcing initiatives to find cost savings and efficiencies.
• Creating automation and efficiencies within existing and new systems and tools.
• Practicing operational excellence methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and managing related projects.
• Performing other duties as required.

Requirements:

• A relevant college diploma (e.g., Business, Supply Chain).
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement, inventory, or supply chain management.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Proficiency with computers and systems (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and pay close attention to detail.
• Solution-focused mindset with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Enthusiastic self-starter with a team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Flexibility to work off-shift hours.
• Experience with CMMS.

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At Sunrise Farms, we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic, are encouraged to apply.

Please note that the salary range provided is an estimate based on similar roles within Sunrise Farms. The final offer will depend on the candidate's location, experience, and skillset.