Purchasing / Assembly Technology Assistant

Tramec; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & prescription coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Company-matched 401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

On-demand pay

Perfect Attendance bonus

Employee referral bonus

Wellness program

Gym membership credit

Job summary

CS Automation, a Tramec Company, located in Ontario, NY, is seeking a full-time Purchasing / Assembly Technology Assistant to support the Purchasing Manager and Assembly Technology Coordinator in a fast-paced environment.

We offer comprehensive benefits and room for advancement within a culture of highly skilled, forward-thinking, customer-centric professionals. This role provides exposure to procurement, ERP systems, and production scheduling in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of supply chain experience.
• Strong Excel skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred.
• Able to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional vendor relations.

Responsibilities

• Run weekly overdue purchase order reports and follow up with vendors.
• Run weekly expedite reports and manage delivery timelines.
• Resolve receipt issues by notifying vendors and coordinating with warehouse.
• Fulfill requests for Certificates of Conformance (C of C) and related docs.
• Assist Purchasing Manager with inventory management projects.
• Assist Assembly Technology scheduling and documentation.
• Serve as liaison between accounting, production, shipping, and sales.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Excel proficiency

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Prophet 21 (Epicor ERP)

Job description

Description

CS Automation, a Tramec Company, located in Ontario, NY is currently seeking a Purchasing / Assembly Technology Assistant.

CS Automation, an automation and value-add distributor in Ontario, NY, is a fast growing company and has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Purchasing / Assembly Technology Assistant. CS Automation is ISO 9001 Certified and provides an excellent opportunity offering room for advancement in a stable and friendly work environment.

The company culture is described as: a culture of highly skilled, forward thinking and positive individuals who are also customer centric. CS Automation’s management team fosters the growth and development of not only the company but our valued team members as well.

CS Automation is looking to fill a full-time position to assist the Purchasing Manager and Assembly Technology Coordinator in support of our fast-paced daily operations.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:
Along with competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical & prescription coverage, including a high-cost specialty drug program (potential for $0 cost)
• Surgery & imaging program (potential for $0 cost)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
• On-demand pay (any day can be payday)
• $2000 Perfect Attendance bonus
• $500 employee referral bonus
• $500 wellness visit drawing
• Gym membership credit
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training opportunities

Purchasing:

• Run weekly overdue purchase order reports and follow up on flagged late items. Reach out to vendors to get updates and ensure shipments.
• Run weekly expedite reports and check for flagged items where the expected delivery for customers is past the required dates. Work with vendors to attempt expedites and follow up with outside sales if alternate parts are suggested.
• Check receipts issues log on a daily basis and take action as appropriate such as notifying vendors of shortages, wrong product received, returning defective items, quarantining inventory, etc. Monitor non-conforming portal for new issues. Work closely with warehouse staff to resolve receipt issues.
• Fulfill customer requests for C of C’s and subsequent documentation requirements.
• Assist Purchasing Manager with inventory management projects and tasks.

Assembly Technology:

• Receive customer orders and enter in Prophet 21 (Epicor) computer system. Place orders to vendors and update records in the Assembly Technology scheduling tool.
• Assist the Assembly Technology Coordinator with creating, maintaining, and updating job documentation, including production orders, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and production schedules.
• Act as the designated person to handle urgent tasks, emails and/or responsibilities when the Assembly Technology Coordinator is out of the office.
• Assist with coordinating the production schedule with the Production Team Lead and the Assembly Technology Coordinator.
• Serve as a contact for internal departments (accounting, production, shipping, sales) and correspond with suppliers/vendors regarding expedite of orders or resolving any order discrepancies/quality issues.

Requirements

The qualified candidate is

• Reliable
• Initiative-taking
• Detail-oriented
• Comfortable working independently and with a team

Required Skills

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates Degree or higher preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of supply chain experience.
• Strong computer skills including a high level of competence with Excel.
• Ability to learn and apply new information quickly.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Communicates professionally (verbal and written) and in a timely manner.
• Ability to establish rapport and build relationships with current and potential vendors as well as co-workers.
• Solid organizational skills, including the ability to manage and prioritize multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and self-manage.

Additional Skills Desired but not Mandatory

• Prophet 21 or comparable ERP system experience is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• In-depth knowledge of purchasing functions, inventory and supply management systems.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Tramec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position. We appreciate your understanding. #ZR