Plant MRO Inventory Specialist

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an on-site Parts Room Coordinator in Denison, Texas to manage MRO inventory transactions and support maintenance operations.

You will stock items, process disbursements, and ensure accurate data entry in the maintenance system while coordinating with vendors and maintenance staff. The role demands strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail, with use of SAP and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1+ years' experience in purchasing/parts room inventory/vendor relations.
• APICS Certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain efficient and accurate physical MRO inventory transactions (stocking, disbursement, returns, audits).
• Serve customers at the parts room window and record disbursements.
• Enter maintenance docs into the system (POs, work orders, restock orders, invoices, audits).
• Research backorders and expedite shipments with outside vendors.
• Schedule and expedite delivery of items with maintenance requirements.
• Generate daily, weekly, monthly and ad-hoc reports.
• Administer the CMM Program.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Vendor relations

Inventory accuracy

Education

GED or high school diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for efficient and accurate physical MRO inventory transactions, including but not limited to: stocking items received, parts disbursement, returns, inventory audits and adjustments.


• Serves customers at the parts room window and records disbursements.


• Ensures data entry of maintenance documentation and administrative processes into the appropriate maintenance system(s), including but not limited to: Purchase orders, work orders, order points/maximums, invoice verification, restock orders, preventive maintenance processes and inventory audits.


• Researches order problems such as backorders and slow shipments with outside vendors.


• Helps schedule and expedite delivery of ordered items in conjunction with maintenance department requirements.


• Generates daily, weekly, monthly and other ad-hoc reports.


• Administers the CMM Program.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years' experience in purchasing/parts room inventory/vendor relations, required.


• APICS Certification, preferred.


• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.


• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Power Point.


• Knowledge of SAP, preferred.


• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.


• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear.

No EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. \"Good food. Responsibly.®\" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities.

Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.

Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees' children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.