Maintenance Purchaser & Inventory Coordinator

Packaging Corporation of America; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking a Maintenance Clerk to manage purchasing and supply chain activities for the plant. You will place orders, create purchase orders, and handle work orders for forklifts and clamp trucks to ensure timely delivery of materials.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a strong mechanical aptitude. Prior experience in packaging or manufacturing is preferred, and you must pass background checks and drug screening to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment preferred.
• Must pass a preemployment background check and drug screening.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Place orders on a timely basis for purchases of materials and supplies.
• Handle work orders for Forklifts and Clamp Trucks.
• Create purchase orders for supplies and work orders.
• Receive all supplies and parts as they are delivered to the plant and deliver required paperwork to accounting.
• Be familiar with standard products used and research sources of supplies for the highest quality, best value for the money, best terms, etc.
• Establish vendor files and inventory control records.
• Maintain price records and handle discrepancies as they arise.
• Understand and comply with all safety and quality requirements.
• Able to inform maintenance of an issue needing their assistance.
• Inform management of upcoming price increases, improved product availability, and economical alternatives.
• Maintaining a positive and professional work attitude.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties assigned by management.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking a Maintenance Clerk to manage purchasing and supply chain activities for the plant. You will place orders, create purchase orders, and handle work orders for forklifts and clamp trucks to ensure timely delivery of materials.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a strong mechanical aptitude. Prior experience in packaging or manufacturing is preferred, and you must pass background checks and drug screening to work in the United States.