Materials Analyst

JOB SUMMARY

Support all inventory activities. Support and expand the goals and objectives of the Materials Department. Gather data and work with all departments to lead effective response to abnormal conditions (Cycle Count Discrepancies, lead problem-solving activities to obtain desired KPI Goals, while supporting continuous improvement efforts in the plant.) Support SAP processes and data integrity and how it relates to daily operations, material flow, and inventory accuracy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Correct material issues as they arise, through Cycle Counting and Inventory Adjustments, including finding root cause for problem and reporting them to the appropriate contact for review.

• Report discrepancies to Assistant Materials Manager for review.

• Assist production with lineside reconciliation.

• Manage inventory both physically and in SAP

• Analyze inventory concerns for remedial action

• Weekend and after-hours availability, alternating with other team member(s), to address issues that may arise

• Run and distribute daily/weekly/monthly reports/KPIs to production/management teams, as requirements dictate.

• Audit and document daily production processes, for accuracy, and consistency, how it effects material flow, and inventory management, and report data accordingly.

• Work with production and shop floor to create solutions for lineside losses, organization, both physically and systematically.

• Work with all operations to achieve continuous improvement in a holistic approach.

• Other duties as assigned or modified for business needs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. High School diploma or GED equivalent required

2. Bachelor’s degree preferred

3. Proficiency in SAP or equivalent systems

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. High level of computer literacy (SAP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

2. Understanding of computer systems, applications and operating systems

3. Excellent interpersonal & organizational skills

4. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

5. Good verbal and written communication skills

6. Ability to manage priorities

7. Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

1. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk and hear

3. Employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds

4. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time

5. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

6. The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

7. The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so other will understand

8. The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted

Gestamp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Union, SC 29379 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Union, SC 29379: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $27 - $35