Materials & Supplies Coordinator

GE Aerospace; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time-off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a material handler to support the Sourcing and Supply Chain functions at our site in Grand Prairie, TX. You will assist with material fulfillment, manage inventory, and handle SAP-based material demands to keep production flowing.

The role requires at least 1 year of aerospace/logistics experience, solid knowledge of SAP Materials Module, and the ability to lift and handle materials in a fast-paced environment. On-site work and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Aerospace, Warehouse, Logistics and/or Distribution Operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the material fulfillment function including managing critical material reviews with external vendors and the GE MRO network.
• Practice effective inventory management strategy to keep site inventory lean while supporting shop operations.
• Create order demand in SAP and manage internal/external material demands.
• Assist with Gate 2 processes and receiving/packing/shipping activities, ensuring compliance with GE Aerospace standards.
• Perform LEAN-related tasks to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Education

Associate degree or High School diploma / GED

Tools

SAP ERP Materials Module

Job description

Job Description Summary

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight! At GE Aerospace, our Sourcing and Supply Chain teams are a critical part of inventing the future of flight. Dedicated to finding the supplies and tools for our manufacturing and business processes. These teams work with a variety of supplier partners researching the best rates and negotiating contracts to support every step in our supply chain process.

This site performs maintenance on GE/CFM commercial aircraft engines.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist the material fulfillment function including managing critical material reviews with external vendors and the GE MRO network. Work for quick resolution to support OWS site with strong sense of urgency. Put away and pull materials in alignment with production plan and KPIs. Ensure parts are stored accordingly to prevent damage and contamination.
• Practice effective inventory management strategy that assure site inventory levels are kept at lean levels which still support shop operations. Assist with regular cycle counts. Help manage inventory and participate in process improvements initiatives. Participate in site-wide Annual Physical Inventory.
• Create order demand in SAP including creation/duplication of internal material demand with both internal and external sources. Use discretion on bulk ordering to decrease number of purchase orders issued and number of packages to receive. Create workflow to add chemicals to SAP ERP as needed; order consumables / chemicals as required to support site operations.
• Assist with Gate 2 processes (repair and kitting cycle) through liaison with technicians, production and planning team. Unpackage incoming shipments, assist with receiving aviation materials in site ERP, prepare outgoing packages for shipment, including creation of shipping labels with various shipping companies. Physically prep assets to ship and receive (i.e., direct material, indirect material, tooling, consumables). Verify that all incoming and outgoing parts/ materials/ components comply with local and GE Aerospace quality system standards. Perform "Water Spider" (LEAN Concept) functions to promote efficiency and eliminate waste.
• Visually examine materials and accompanying paperwork for defects and sort articles according to extent of defect. Accurately identify part numbers, serial numbers, and quantities and assure all match the accompanying paperwork.
• Physically dispose of scrap hardware and/or low demand/obsolete inventory.
• Understand import/export/ITC requirements. Create commercial invoices for parts/tools/materials coming into our going out of the facility.
• Use powered equipment to complete the necessary task, such as sit-down forklift.
• Comply with safety requirements, complete training per schedule, participate in investigations and read-across as requested, promptly identify safety issues, work with team to pursues solutions, and escalated issues.
• Participate in assessments, read across and PFMEAs to identify and understand sources of defects. Promptly identify and escalated risks to leadership and work with team on solutions.
• Participate in LEAN events and apply learnings to daily activity. Apply and improve upon standard work in area of responsibility. Identify sources of waste and customer dissatisfaction, escalated to leadership team and work among the team to find solutions.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates degree or High School diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Aerospace, Warehouse, Logistics and/or Distribution Operations required.

Eligibility Requirements

• Availability to work flexible shift patterns as required, including weekends and holidays
• Ability and willingness to support calls during off-hours when emergency situations arise.
• GE On Wing Support is a 24 / 7 / 365 operation.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Desired Characteristics

• Holds previous materials and inventory experience and international field experience.
• Knowledge of import, export, customs, and dangerous goods requirements.
• Knowledge of SAP ERP system, specifically the “Materials Module”. Ability to demonstrate required knowledge of the ERP to ensure compliance with company materials processes and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Possess a desire to learn and grow with technology advancements and new engine models.
• Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives.
• Features strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including problem-solving ability
• Proven leadership experience leading initiatives of moderate scope and impact.

Benefits and Programs

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No