What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Purchaser position at Upright Iron Works Inc?
Material Purchaser
Part-Time (30 Hrs) | Monday–Friday | Griffith, IN
Upright Iron Works, Inc. – Family Owned. Highly Respected. Built to Last.
About Us:
Upright Iron Works, Inc. is a family-owned and highly respected miscellaneous metal fabrication company based in Griffith, Indiana. For decades, we have built a strong reputation for integrity, craftsmanship, quality and reliability. We take pride in our team-oriented culture and commitment to excellence in every project we take on. We’re growing and looking for the right person to join our team as a Material Purchaser — someone who is dependable, that values hard work and is looking for the opportunity to build a long-term career while contributing to our company’s advancement and professional growth.
Position Summary:
The Material Purchaser is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing materials, equipment, and supplies essential to the daily operations of the fabrication shop and field projects. This position requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with vendors, project managers, and shop personnel to ensure all material needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is organized and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source, purchase, and track metals, hardware, consumables, and fabrication materials.
- Communicate with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and order confirmations.
- Create and manage purchase orders, maintain accurate purchasing records, and track inventory levels.
- Coordinate freight and delivery logistics, including scheduling pick-ups for materials and deliveries to job sites.
- Order supplies as needed for the office and estimating department.
- Monitor order status and follow up to ensure on-time delivery.
- Review invoices and resolve any material or billing discrepancies.
- Build and maintain strong vendor and supplier relationships.
- Support project managers, estimators, and shop staff with timely material updates.
- Provide support to both the Accounting Manager and the President of the company as requested.
Qualifications:
- Experience in purchasing or procurement is strongly preferred, but not required — we are willing to train the right candidate.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook, is required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with the fabrication, construction, or manufacturing industries is a plus.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and a motivated self-starter who takes pride in their work.
Why Join Upright Iron Works, Inc.:
- Part-time position with weekends off – approximately 30 scheduled hours Monday through Friday. (Position could lead to full time depending on future necessity)
- Competitive pay package
- Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance after 90 days.
- One week of paid vacation after 6 months; two weeks after 1 year.
- Profit Sharing incentives/bonuses – up to three (3) per year.
- Opportunity for advancement within a well-established, respected and growing company.
- Supportive, family-oriented work environment where your effort is recognized, appreciated and awarded.
How to Apply:
If you’re dependable, hardworking, and looking to plant roots with a company that values its people, we want to hear from you! Please send us your resume and include a cover letter with a short paragraph to introduce yourself. Tell us why you think you’d be a great candidate for the Upright Iron Works, Inc. family!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: No less than 30 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Griffith, IN 46319 (Required)
Work Location: In person