Inventory Specialist

Dairy Farmers of America; Zumbrota (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to support maintenance operations through effective inventory management. This role involves ensuring accurate stocking of parts and supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience in a maintenance or manufacturing environment. Join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture of excellence and teamwork. If you are detail-oriented and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a maintenance/manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand MSDS.
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day parts and supplies stocking for MRO operations.
• Inspect incoming goods for shipping damage and maintain inventory records.
• Support inventory cycle counts and adhere to safety practices.

Skills

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Teams

MS SharePoint

Job description

General Purpose:

Perform day-to-day parts and supplies stocking to support Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) of operations and all plant systems. Ensure accurate and timely completion of receiving, inspection, stocking and picking including, equipment parts, shop supplies, and consumables. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of parts crib. Maintain computer system accuracy of inventory records.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform work in a safe manner


• Inspect incoming goods for shipping damage


• Complete in an accurate and timely manner goods/service receipts


• Follow-up on missing or late orders


• Clearly label and accurately stock goods to bin/rack locations: inventory, non-inventory, janitorial-sanitation, safety-ppe, office supplies, etc.


• Accurately pick and issue parts per Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) requirements


• Support department to determine and set inventory minimums/maximums/re-order points and ABC criticality


• Support coordinate/completion of inventory cycle counts


• Support accounts payable: purchase order adjustments/past due invoice reconciliation/etc


• Research parts (OEM and aftermarket) for purposes such as: ordering/parts kitting/bin creation/labelling


• Support maintenance of Return Goods Authorization (RGA) log


• Participate and meaningfully contribute to weekly department meetings/supplier meetings


• Support reporting of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other relevant metrics such as: back logs; missing/past due; order history; inventory turns; trends; costs


• Accountable for MRO office and crib 5S: maintenance of clean and orderly work areas


• Adhere to DFA local and corporate policies, procedures, practices and guidelines. Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion and sound judgment


• Participate in required training(s), including but not limited to: Material Safety Data Sheets, Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices and Safe Quality Foods


• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee. This is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties, special projects or tasks may be assigned as required.


• Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive


• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements


• Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment


• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity


• Attend required training, including but not limited to, Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)


• 2 or more years of crib experience in a maintenance/manufacturing environment desired, dairy experience a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)


• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite, email, MS Teams, MS Sharepoint, and SAP


• Able to work independently and as part of a team


• Able to adapt and manage change effectively


• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail


• Able to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively


• Able to focus on and drive problem solving


• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines


• Able to perform tasks, duties and independently problem solve with minimum supervision


• Able to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions


• Clearly escalate issues in a timely and appropriate manner to management


• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer