What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Assistant position at Eye Communications?
Who We Are
We’re building something special.
We’re a growing pet food manufacturing company focused on real, high-quality nutrition—and we care deeply about the people behind the work just as much as the products we make.
Eye Communications is the parent company behind multiple pet health brands, including Herbsmith, The Simple Food Project, Wisconsin Freeze Dried, and Medicus Veterinary Diets. Across these brands, we develop supplements, treats, freeze-dried foods, and veterinary diets focused on real ingredients, quality manufacturing, and better outcomes for pets.
Our environment is hands-on, team-driven, and supportive. Dogs are part of daily life here. People step in to help each other. We take ownership, solve problems, and keep moving forward together.
We’re not corporate. We don’t operate in silos. We’re building a team of people who care, think, and want to grow.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and excited to learn. This role is a great fit for someone early in their career who wants to build experience in purchasing, inventory, and production planning.
You don’t need to know everything coming in—we’re looking for someone who is dependable, asks good questions, and takes pride in doing things correctly. You should be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, and willing to step in wherever needed.
Over time, you will grow into taking on more responsibility, including helping plan production schedules and managing materials more proactively.
Core ResponsibilitiesProcurement (40%)
- Create and manage purchase orders
- Communicate with vendors and track deliveries
- Support sourcing of ingredients, packaging, and materials
- Help monitor lead times and flag potential delays
- Maintain accurate purchasing and receiving records
Production Planning Support (40%)
- Assist with building and updating production schedules
- Help ensure materials are available for upcoming production
- Track inventory levels and support planning decisions
- Communicate any material shortages or delays
- Support coordination between purchasing and production
Continuous Improvement & Team Support (20%)
- Help identify and flag process improvements
- Support cross-functional communication between teams
- Assist with resolving day-to-day issues as they arise
- Take on additional responsibilities as you grow in the role
Preferred Qualifications
- 0–3 years of experience in purchasing, operations, inventory, or manufacturing (or relevant internship experience)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable working in spreadsheets (Excel or Google Sheets)
- Eagerness to learn and take on new responsibilities
- Strong communication and follow-through
Bonus (not required):
- Exposure to manufacturing or production environments
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Sage 100 or similar)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
We’ve built a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. You’ll be surrounded by a team that supports each other, steps in to help, and takes pride in what we’re building together. Dogs are part of daily life here, and there’s a shared understanding that what we do matters—not just for the business, but for the pets and families we serve.
We’re a growing company, which means you’ll have the opportunity to learn quickly, take on real responsibility, and grow into a larger role over time. If you’re looking for a place to build your career and be part of something meaningful, this is it.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Before applying, please make sure this setup works for you. This is an in-person role at our facility in Hartland, WI. Hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (30-minute lunch). Remote work isn’t an option — we’re fully in-person. We don’t currently offer health insurance.
Does this work for you?
Please reply with one of the below. - Yes, this works for me - No, this isn’t a good fit
- Will you be able to reliably commute to Hartland, WI 53029 for this job?
- We have multiple dogs in the office. If you have allergies, are scared of dogs, or find barking to be an annoyance, then this will not be a good fit. Do you enjoy working with dogs around?
- What part of your work are you most particular about or take the most pride in?
- What salary or hourly rate are you seeking? (We do not accept statements like “negotiable”, "open for discussion", etc.)
- Tell me about a time you were given a task without clear instructions. What did you do?
Work Location: In person