Maintenance Inventory Clerk

Aspire Bakeries; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the baking sector is seeking a Maintenance Clerk/Purchasing Administrator to manage purchasing activities and support maintenance operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with accounting standards while maintaining high-performance standards. You'll be responsible for inventory management, documentation, and collaborating with various departments to facilitate smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food manufacturing and proficiency in SAP and related tools. Join a company that values integrity, creativity, and collaboration while enjoying a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health coverage

Paid leave

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to interpret safety rules and operating instructions.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities within the maintenance department.
• Utilize SAP to resolve inventory issues and increase machine uptime.
• Provide timely reports on Purchasing, Inventory, and Budget.

Skills

SAP

MS Access

Excel

Word

Crystal Reports

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System

Job description

Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins, and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery, Otis Spunkmeyer, and Oakrun Farm Bakery. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers' expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity, and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Collaboration.

The Maintenance Clerk/Purchasing Administrator is responsible for managing all purchasing activities within the maintenance department, including issuing purchase orders, negotiating prices, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This role involves executing both scheduled and unscheduled work orders, coordinating departmental materials and resources, and interacting with other departments to facilitate team planning and scheduling. The position requires maintaining high-performance standards through positive actions and attitudes, ensuring products are produced on time, within specifications, and at minimal cost. Key responsibilities include physical material movement and tracking, documentation management, inventory metrics and reporting, receiving, customer service, and managing maintenance stores, all while adhering to World Class Principles.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain service level established by management in terms of spare part service level, inventory turns, inventory accuracy, and other departmental goals.
• Develop action plans and timelines to achieve management's goals and track progress regularly.
• Utilize the Computerized Maintenance Management System SAP comprehensively to resolve inventory issues, reduce costs, increase machine uptime and reliability, and provide management and staff with necessary information.
• Assist Maintenance Manager and Planner Coordinator in establishing and maintaining policies and procedures for the stock room, in line with manufacturing standards.
• Procure necessary spare parts for new equipment installations as designated by Maintenance Supervisors.
• Support corporate and plant initiatives. Receive, categorize, stock, and adjust inventory for maintenance items.
• Contribute to annual budget planning related to safety and maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Provide timely reports to management, including weekly and monthly status reports on Purchasing, Inventory, and Budget, with clear reasons for nonstandard spend.
• Represent the company's interests with outside contractors and vendors.
• Order and maintain supplies, and coordinate office maintenance equipment.
• Generate and maintain documentation for capital projects.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years' experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.
• Effective report writing and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of SAP, MS Access, Excel, Word, and Crystal Reports.

Shift:

1st

Hourly Rate:

$21.00 - $23.00

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health & wellness, work-life balance, financial security, growth opportunities, flexible spending options, and performance-based incentives. We value your dedication and provide programs like health coverage, paid leave, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and incentive plans tailored to your role.

Aspire Bakeries LLC is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The final starting pay will depend on various factors including location, shift, education, skills, and experience.