Purchasing Assistant

The Contractor Consultants; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Contractor Consultants seeks a Purchasing Assistant to coordinate purchasing activities and assist the executive team at their facility. This full-time role requires a detail-oriented individual with procurement experience, offering a chance to grow in a mission-driven company committed to community values.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off - Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave

Retirement Savings Program

Referral Bonus Program

Paid Training & Certifications

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a purchasing, administrative, or operations support role preferred.
• Familiarity with data entry software and systems like Fabsuite and Computer Ease is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Solicit and analyze quotes for materials and services; generate purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Coordinate and manage rental equipment logistics and maintain accurate inventory.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in basic math

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Keep Operations Running - Join Steel Fab Enterprises as a Purchasing Assistant!

Position Title: Purchasing Assistant

Company Name: Steel Fab Enterprises Inc.

Pay Range: Starting at $20/hour

Industry: Structural Steel and Misc metals Fabrication and Erection

Location: Lancaster, PA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

Steel Fab Enterprises Inc. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to join our Purchasing/Production Control team at our Lancaster, PA Plant 2 location. In this vital support role, you will coordinate purchasing activities for materials, equipment, and services while assisting with administrative duties for the executive team and project managers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with procurement experience who is looking to grow within a mission-driven and well-established steel fabrication company.

Who We Are

Steel Fab Enterprises Inc. is a third-generation family-owned structural steel and miscellaneous metals fabricator and erector. With over 4,000 completed projects in the Mid-Atlantic region and a state-of-the-art, solar-powered facility, we deliver excellence through our team of AISC-certified professionals. We value respect, innovation, and community - donating 10% of our profits to local charities - and we are committed to maintaining a supportive, family-like work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Solicit and analyze quotes for shop supplies, job materials, and services; generate purchase orders and subcontracts accordingly.
• Procure items such as maintenance tools, office supplies, field/shop materials, and job-specific components.
• Coordinate and manage rental equipment logistics from quote through call-off.
• Process and receive steel packing slips using Fabsuite daily.
• Receive materials in Computer Ease and enter heat numbers; maintain digital records including invoices, packing slips, and mill certifications.
• Match purchase orders to invoices; verify pricing and submit for approval.
• Ensure timely invoice approval from PMs and foremen.
• Finalize and reconcile purchase orders in Fabsuite; file all documentation in appropriate job folders.
• Support the executive and project management teams with administrative needs.
• Maintain accurate inventory and order materials proactively to meet project deadlines.
• Uphold best practices in vendor communication, pricing negotiations, and workflow efficiency.
  
  

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a purchasing, administrative, or operations support role preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in basic math, reading drawings, and interpreting procurement documents.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and data entry software; experience with Fabsuite and Computer Ease is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and solutions-focused mindset.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds, move about the office/shop environment, and handle physical documents regularly.
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life & Disability Insurance Options
• Wellness Programs
• Safety Equipment Provided
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Holidays, Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Program
• Weekly Pay Cycle
• Referral Bonus Program
• Prevailing Wage Projects
• Paid Training & Certifications
• Company Events & Employee Recognition
  
  

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday to Friday
• Standard Day Shift
  
  

Work Location

• Office - Lancaster, PA
• Onsite Role
  
  

️ Equal Employment Opportunity

Steel Fab Enterprises Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We foster an inclusive work environment that respects diverse perspectives and talents. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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