Central Stores Coordinator

The Lubrizol Corporation; Avon Lake (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus plans

401(k) match

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision

Health Savings Account

Paid holidays and leave

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

The Lubrizol Corporation seeks a Material Coordinator to manage site engineering stores inventory and support the maintenance work order kitting process, ensuring timely availability of spare parts and materials to keep plant assets operating safely and cost-effectively.

You will liaise with Operations, Procurement, and Planning, coordinate requisitions, staging, and marshaling, and oversee the marshalling area to maintain safety and housekeeping while expediting deliveries as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 3+ years of operational experience within an industrial plant in a materials coordination role.
• Knowledge of SAP/CMMS requisition system and store stock material master systems.
• High-level organizational skills.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interface with various stakeholders (procurement, purchasing, work coordinators, stores/warehouse, suppliers).
• Detailed knowledge of maintenance work process (planning, scheduling, logistics).

Responsibilities

• Reviews materials / service requests and work orders to identify needs for services, spare parts, consumables, materials, equipment and supplies; checks internal or external sources.
• Communicates availability of required materials and services to Operations Maintenance Gatekeeper, Maintenance Planner, or other requestors; notes potential deficiencies.
• Update need date, select transport methods based on priority.
• Submit requisition for standard priced / available materials to ensure favorable pricing while complying with standards.
• Coordinate with Planner/Work Coordinator to verify external contractors for outside service work.
• Stage required materials and confirm service provider availability before scheduling work orders.
• Provide requisitioning support for maintenance and operations needs beyond maintenance: supplies, small projects, etc.
• Submit all purchase orders’ invoicing and invoices for processing.
• Track progress against delivery dates, expedite as needed to meet deadlines.
• Marshalling process for spare parts and materials for planned daily work and projects.
• Manage the Marshalling area to ensure good housekeeping and safe practices.
• Coordinate disposition of surplus material when not used.
• Execute emergency requisitioning for urgent jobs, including after-hours if needed.
• Support shipping needs related to Repair and Return processes as applicable.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as required.
• Update material status in CMMS and communicate progress to planners, engineers, and operations.
• Work with Work Coordinator to restock kitted material not used on a job.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Maintenance planning

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP/CMMS

Job description

Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol, we're transforming the specialty chemicals market through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you'll be empowered to make a real impact- on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift + Hours: 1st Shift

How You'll Make An Impact

As a Material Coordinator you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You'll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

The material coordinator is responsible for managing the site engineering stores inventory and also for ensuring that the maintenance work order kitting process is effective.

You will act as the focal point for acquisition, scheduling, marshaling and distribution of spare parts, consumables, materials, equipment and supplies necessary to keep plant and facility assets operating safely at optimal levels of cost and performance.

In This Role, You Will

• Reviews materials / service requests and work orders, notes the needs for services, spare parts, consumables, materials, equipment and supplies. Identifies the sources and availability for materials and services whether internal (CMMS / Warehouse) or external.
• Communicates the availability of required materials and services to the Operations Maintenance Gatekeeper, Maintenance Planner, or other material requestor; potential deficiencies vs. request date are noted.
• Jointly update the need date as required, select appropriate transport methods based on priority.
• Submit requisition for any standard priced / available materials utilizing preferred vendors to ensure contract pricing while complying with material standards.
• For outside service work, may work with the Planner, Work Coordinator, etc. to verify contractors have been approved.
• Stages any required materials and confirms service provider availability prior to the work order being scheduled.
• Provides requisitioning support for requirements outside of Maintenance: Operations supplies, small projects, etc.
• Submit all PO's invoicing and submit all invoices for processing.
• Track progress vs. required delivery date until receipt. Expedites when approaching required delivery date or progress is behind schedule.
• Performs marshaling process for spare parts, consumables, materials, equipment and supplies for planned daily work and projects.
• Manages the Marshalling area to maintain good housekeeping and safe work practices in the area.
• Manages the Marshalling area by ensuring that jobs are active and up-to date per the schedule. Coordinates the disposition of all surplus material if not.
• Execute emergency requisitioning for emergency jobs, including after hours if needed.
• Support shipping needs related to the Repair and Return process as applicable.
• Operates forklifts and other materials handling equipment as required.
• Updates material status in CMMS and communicates to Planner, Scheduler, Engineers, Operations, etc. as appropriate on the status of their request
• Works with the Work Coordinator in re-stocking kitted material that was not used on a job by sending back to Stores

Required Qualifications That Enable Your Success

• High School Diploma
• 3+ years of operational experience within an industrial plant in a materials coordination.
• Knowledge of SAP/CMMS requisition system and store stock material master systems
• High-level organizational skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to successfully interface with various stakeholders (procurement, purchasing, work coordinators, stores/warehouse, suppliers etc.)
• Detailed knowledge of maintenance work process (planning, scheduling, logistics, etc.)

Your Work Environment

Role

At Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work- whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits That Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions-from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems-are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you.

We tackle the world's toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world-brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you.

Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let's build the future together.