What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse/Maintenance Material Coordinator position at OFD Foods, LLC?
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At Oregon Freeze Dry, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s our foundation. We are a purpose driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House© meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions that can help people live healthier lives. Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that fuel bold ideas and transformative breakthroughs. We're driven by a commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're always looking ahead to what's next. We’re proud of our legacy, but our future is even more exciting. If you're passionate and ready to make an impact, Oregon Freeze Dry isn't just a place to work, it's where your adventure begins.
We’re looking for a Materials Coordinator to coordinate the efficient flow of materials, products, and equipment to support manufacturing operations by receiving, transporting, storing, preparing, processing, packaging, and shipping food and non-food items. This role will maintain accurate inventory levels, oversee material availability, and manage purchasing and storeroom activities to ensure the Maintenance and Manufacturing Departments have the resources needed to operate effectively and meet production requirements.
You will get to:
- Perform the receipt, storage, issuance, and tracking of maintenance parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Purchase maintenance and operational materials, obtain competitive quotes, and coordinate deliveries or pickups.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels, conduct audits, and resolve inventory discrepancies
- Process inventory receipts, movements, and transactions using barcode scanners and business systems.
- Support maintenance, engineering, and production teams by ensuring materials are available to meet operational schedules.
- Monitor purchasing costs, manage returns and credits, and ensure cost-effective procurement practices.
- Maintain accurate records and utilize asset management and inventory software to track materials, equipment history, and work activities.
- Perform shipping of maintenance and operations parts and materials
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full-time basis.
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflect positively on the company and is consistent with the company’s policies and practices.
- Embody OFD’s cultural values and align daily actions with department and company culture.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Generally, a minimum of one (1) years of experience in Inventory / Purchasing Field with High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior experience with procurement of maintenance parts and materials preferred.
- Prior experience with inventory management and cycle counts.
- Proficiency in data entry, Word and Excel programs required.
- Experience using FedEx software to create shipping labels and schedule deliveries.
- Experience operating forklifts is preferred, with the ability to obtain OFD forklift certification within two months of hire.
- Strong organizational skills and proven abilities in verbal and written communications required.
Physical and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
- Occasionally required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment.
- Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time, up to 4 hours.
- Frequently required to walk and climb stairs, and be comfortable at various heights
- Frequently required to view objects at close and distant ranges with hand and eye coordination.
- Constantly required to effectively communicate with others, verbally, in person/on video, and in writing.
- Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.
Note: For the purpose of this summary, it occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the workday, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time
Thriving together: Your OFD Total Rewards and Benefits:
At Oregon Freeze Dry, we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That’s why we offer a competitive total rewards package aimed at supporting the health, financial security, and overall wellbeing of you and your family.
- Customize your healthcare coverage: including medical, dental, and vision options to fit your needs.
- Boost your savings: Choose an FSA or HSA for extra flexibility.
- Plan for your future: enroll into our 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
- Peace of mind: Life and disability insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
- Furry friends: Pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Recharge & Refresh: Enjoy paid company holidays, PTO and sick time
- Give back: join us in making a difference with community support opportunities.
- Score savings: Unlock exclusive employee discounts and special savings on Mountain House product.
- Spread the word: Earn bonuses for referring awesome new team members.
Oregon Freeze Dry is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We value diversity and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Salary : $28 - $30