Job Description:

Stockroom Technician

Hours: 7AM-3:30PM

The Stockroom Technician is responsible for the total ownership of the technical team’s stockroom. This position is in support of Maintenance and Operations by facilitating part availability at the right time, the right place, and at the lowest cost possible.  This is accomplished through the use of standard operating procedures for inventory control and reduction, parts receiving and inspection, parts kitting, staging and delivery, proper material storage, parts preventive maintenance, metrics and other activities critical to world-class storeroom operations.  This job requires strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives.

What are we looking for?

High school degree or equivalent; In-house training required. Completion of certification program may be required.Some previous experience in a manufacturing environment.Lifting 25 lbs.  Possess basic computer skills, knowledge of simple programs such as Excel and Word.Self-Development: Ability to learn additional skills and develop in role with additional responsibilities.Applies some advanced skills to the position or specialization.Must have strong computer skills with MS Office and ERP systems (i.e Maximo, SAP, eMaint, 1NAV etc.)Resolves most questions and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting and training lower level employees.Consistently perform without supervision, all MRO parts transactions in MANMAN, 1NAV, and AIDC systems in accordance with Mars Manufacturing Best Practices.Ability to maintain stockroom security and safeguard inventory accuracy.Basic understanding of a parts catalog and their use in locating parts by performing adhoc queries using the computer.

 

What will be your key responsibilities?

Performs all assigned activities & job tasks within the area.As a team member, the individual has direct responsibility and accountability for stockroom operations, cycle counts, stock room inventory reduction and part kitting for all planned jobs.Perform basic storeroom responsibilities:Sourcing of parts from OEM and/or 3rd party suppliersPurchase of parts using Mars purchasing systems: 1NAV, PcardHandle the shipping & receiving of parts Responsible for stocking and managing inventory levels of spares and ordered parts.If required handle the return to supplier.Manage the disposition of parts that become obsolete.Perform daily cycle counts accurately and efficiently in order to maintain Inventory Accuracy and Stockroom Service Level.Manage the stockroom inventory levels in accordance with the budgetNew item setup in eMaint.Operate and organize a tidy stockroomDrive continuous improvement in through a site Stockroom Strategy in accordance with MSE (Mars Supply Excellence):Review Re-Order report for accuracy of inventory levels.Create parts criticality (ABC) process with maintenance & operations teamsReport out and manage stockroom KPI’s (inventory turns, inventory value, top 10 consumed parts, min/max quantities, emergency procurements, stockouts)Partner with and drive kitting process for planned & preventive work.Design and optimize the stockroom’s physical layout through 5S principles Visual WorkplaceUnderstands principles of inventory control.Will be expected to become a eMaint (CMMS – computerized maintenance management system) superuser and functional expert for parts purchasing and inventory controlLead the plant PM (Planned Maintenance) function in their respective department specifically the Stockroom DMS.As a contributing resource, perform job kitting, staging and delivery to increase maintenance group efficiencies.Be able to develop best practices for the area and ensure best practices are followedBe a resource to plant associates in searching for parts/equipment which are stored in the stockroom required for a particular use or machine.Utilize computer system to update and maintain item history, vendors and quality information.Oversee the stock KPI’s/Metrics and adhere to all workflow process and procedures defined by MSE.Be able to coach and mentor a stockroom assistant.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.