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Buyer I – Materials

Hewes Marine
Colville, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026

Hewescraft welded aluminum fishing boats have been built in Colville, Washington since 1948, and although the brand has become the #1-selling boat in the Pacific Northwest, the Hewes family has kept its production-line facility in the town where it was born. That means an exciting, professional work environment in a small-town atmosphere against the backdrop of the mountains, forests, lakes, and rivers of Eastern Washington. The Colville, Washington area is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream with fishing, hunting, boating, hiking, camping, and more all within minutes of the Hewescraft factory.

Hewes Marine Company has always been an equal opportunity employer and offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid vacation, a generous 401(k) matching plan, and paid holidays. If you’ve ever wanted to work in a place that’s dynamic and challenging but live in a place with serious room to breathe, then check out our open positions .


Buyer I – Materials

The Buyer (under the direction of the Supply Chain Supervisor) supports materials acquisition efforts. Key responsibilities of this position are the generation of POs, proper receipt and inventory of materials, and establishment of strong vendor relationships.

Responsibilities:

  • Place purchase orders in a timely manner to meet Hewes Marine Company standards
  • Review reports to identify potential material shortages/overages.
  • Adhere to purchasing/receiving guidelines and policies.
  • Submit purchase orders and obtain computer-generated order confirmations.
  • Establish and maintain vendor relationships.
  • Investigate what/how/why materials arrive incorrectly and/or damaged and resolve these issues with vendors.
  • Process order requisitions from all departments.
  • Achieve and maintain safety, quality, and productivity goals.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

  • High school graduation or equivalent
  • Self-directed with excellent time-management skills
  • Able to work well in a team environment
  • Communication, organization, and problem-solving
  • High regard for safety, and excellent attention to detail
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing/Walking constantly
  • Twisting/Bending/Stooping occasionally
  • Squatting/Kneeling seldomly
  • Reaching with one or both arms occasionally
  • Working above shoulders seldomly
  • Grasping/Wrist Flexing/Fine Finger Manipulation frequently
  • Lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
  • Lift up to 15 lbs. occasionally
  • Carry up to 15 lbs. occasionally

Seldom: 1-10% of the shift Occasional: 11-33% of the shift Frequent: 34-66% of the shift Constant: 67% of the shift

Compensation:

  • This position is a full-time, hourly position within Hewes Marine Company
  • Work schedule Monday – Friday
  • Some overtime and weekend work are required.
  • Wage Range: $ 25.00 to $ 28.50 per hour, DOE
  • Excellent Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, accrued paid leave, and 401K.


To Apply:
Email your application AND resume to careers@hewescraft.com. Position will remain open until filled. Hewes Marine Co. Inc is an equal opportunity employer!

Salary : $25 - $29

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