Parts Coordinator

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you'll join us!

The salary pay grade range is $24.31 to $34.06
Hours for this position are M-F 7am-3:30pm

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability

Summary: The Maintenance Parts Coordinator is responsible to ensure parts are available when needed, manage inventories of all maintenance and manufacturing repair parts, performs cycle counts of parts and is responsible for operating within policies & procedures of the organization.

1. Safety

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  Demonstrate a solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for the various areas of the plant. Including bringing equipment, tools, etc.

  
  
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  Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and organized workspace

  
  
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  Demonstrate safe work habits by following all safety rules and general plant rules

  
  
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  Wear Personal Protection Equipment: Cut resistant gloves, hard hats while in Production, or safety glasses and specific protective equipment-based task being done

  
  
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  Successfully complete the mandatory E.A. Sween Safety quarterly safety training

  
  

2. Parts Coordinator II:

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  Fill out all department paperwork correctly and timely

  
  
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  Order and receive parts for production equipment and the facility using CMMS

  
  
  
  
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    Setup new parts in CMMS

    
    
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    Order appropriate parts based on consumption and planned work (communicating with Planner)

    
    
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    Establish, improve and/or maintain cycle count process for at least all 'A' priority parts and consumables

    
    
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    Edit as needed based on feedback from Mechanics

    
    
  
  
  
  
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  Display an advanced knowledge and ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, blue prints, P&IDs, etc.

  
  
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  Display a basic knowledge of tools, methods and skills required to complete maintenance activities

  
  
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  Display a basic knowledge of components (how they work, what they do, where used on our equipment, etc.)

  
  
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  Display a knowledge of parts coordinating principles, practices, methods and tools

  
  
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  Ability to set priorities, work independently and coordinate multiple activities

  
  
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  Ability to maintain attention to detail and complete activities in a timely manner despite interruptions and changing priorities

  
  
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  Work with external vendors and/or contractors to locate parts; find alternate vendors as needed

  
  
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  Provide leadership in keeping maintenance spend at or below budgeted amount

  
  
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  Assist culture change to a more stable maintenance environment (move away from fire-fighting culture)

  
  
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  Must maintain good attendance, GMP and Safety records

  
  

3. Quality

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  Have an understanding of SQF Level 3 (Food Safety & Quality)

  
  
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  Have an understanding of regulatory & customer requirements

  
  
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  Have an understanding of HACCP plans

  
  
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  Understand your responsibility in protecting the safety and quality of our food through proper GMPs

  
  
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  Report any questionable product to the QA, Supervisor or QC

  
  

4. Teamwork

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  Assist in providing a friendly, positive work environment. Show respect for all other co-workers. Get along with all co-workers.

  
  
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  Ability to accept work instructions & complete requests from co-workers

  
  
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  Ability to accept feedback from others relating to parts stock, organization, etc.

  
  
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  Provide input and feedback on department updates, status, changes, etc.

  
  
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  Begin to provide visible leadership to others both internal and external to the department

  
  
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  Effectively train others on Parts Process requirements and expectations as needed

  
  
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  Complete other duties as assigned

  
  

5. Continuous Improvement

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  Understand general principles and goals of EAS Continuous Improvement/LEAN program

  
  
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  Participate in a cost reduction project, TIGER team or other LEAN event

  
  
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  Identify and help execute cost savings of at least $25,000

  
  

6. Standard Work

• Demonstrate the mastery of the following standard work processes
• Understand and be able to complete advanced functions of the Parts Coordinator function utilizing CMMS
  
  
  
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    Create new part

    
    
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    Maintain key parts inventory levels

    
    
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    Cycle Count consumables on a periodic basis

    
    
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    Develop and improve CMMS infrastructure

    
    
  
  
  
  
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  Begin to take ownership of Storeroom layout

  
  
  
  
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    Request Mechanic feedback

    
    
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    Layout/organization

    
    
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    Labeling/barcoding

    
    
  
  
  
  
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  Work with vendors to decrease parts costs

  
  
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  Understand and be able to complete basic functions of Maintenance Planner job utilizing CMMS

  
  
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  Create a Work Order

  
  
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  Schedule work orders to employees

  
  
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  Add new equipment

  
  
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  Work with mechanics and others to understand effectiveness of current parts process

  
  
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  Actively request feedback

  
  
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  Address common gaps noted

  
  
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  Completely & correctly complete all required paperwork for the department

  
  
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  Track and report key Maintenance metrics

  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

A. Must have High School education or equivalent

B. Must have experience in parts ordering, storing, and inventory control position(s).

C. Must have high level of organizational skills and the ability to operate independently and as part of a team

D. Must have strong computer skills; Excel experience required

E. Must be a self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal, teambuilding and leadership skills

F. Good troubleshooting and problem resolution skills.

G. Ability to work flexible hours and occasional weekends as required.

H. Must be able to lift 50lbs.

I. Must be willing to be in production areas of approximately 40 degrees up to 20% of the time

J. Cross-cultural competence; must have effective and respectful interactions with people from any culture or place of origin

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  
  

How You'll Find Success at EAS

• Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
• Commit to Safety Everyday: See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.
• Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.
• Think Before Doing And Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what's right.
• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.
• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.
• Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.