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What is the role of a Material Control Specialist at Peterson Farms Inc?

The Material Control Specialist position at Peterson Farms Inc is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Supply Chain field.

Where is this Material Control Specialist job located?

Hart, Michigan, 49420, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Material Control Specialist role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Material Control Specialist job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Material Control Specialist job near me in Hart, Michigan at Peterson Farms Inc

OVERVIEW (POSITION PURPOSE)

The Material Control Specialist oversees the storing, receiving, and distribution process of the Raw Product for Production. The main duties include controlling the flow of the Raw Product into the Plant, tracking the boxes dumped and ensuring they are scanned into Production, and analyzing inventory counts to ensure accuracy and identifying needed protocols for loss mitigation.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

Assume ownership of daily inventory counts.
Ensure inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
Discrepancy Resolution – investigates shortages, damages, or rejections and implements solutions to reduce inventory inaccuracies.
Analyze inventory data, identify trends, and investigate inconsistencies.
Scans tags of product dumped to Production Runs, if needed.
Learns and understands the inventory processes taking place within Parity Factory.
Validates data entry for both issued Products and Finished Product from previous day’s Production in Parity Factory.
Verify that Finished Goods Produced are properly transferred within Parity Factory.
Responsible for review and reporting of inventory levels within Parity Factory.
Collaborate with Warehouse Staff, Planning, Raw Receiving, and Plant Management to maintain organized, safe, and efficient storage areas.
Work closely with the IT department on any Parity concerns, issues, and Parity performance.
Performs data entry into various programs and/or databases to support accurate and timely tracking and reporting of plant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Work Experience

Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, or inventory management strongly preferred.
Experience with Production Scheduling preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

Proficient using PC, via keyboard/mouse, and various software applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, Parity Factory, and Excel).
Ability to work well under pressure and quickly assess and respond appropriately to questions.
Ability to adapt to change and learn quickly.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Good organizational skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to comprehend and comply with GMP rules and Food Safety guidelines.
Ability to work as contributing member within the team.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

BEHAVIORAL REQUIREMENTS

As part of a team-based work environment, must be able to demonstrate the following Job Competencies:

Job Competencies

Team Orientation – Shows skill and ease at working in groups; works with others to achieve better results and forges close working relationships and alliances to get things done; is quick to cooperate versus expect others to bend to his/her wishes; supports joint ownership and shared recognition for results; recognizes advantages of group participation in planning and problem solving.
Develops Technical Competence – Seeks to stay abreast of new developments in core competencies and learn enough about related fields to apply knowledge effectively in business; enjoys learning and is intellectually curious; has strong desire to continuously improve knowledge, skills, and abilities; sees learning and knowledge as keys to building skills and abilities essential to job and career success.
Attention to Detail – Committed to exactness and precision in task completion; identifies, pays attention to, and works to understand details; thorough and consistent in following up at detail level; seeks to become expert in disciplines related to adopted career path to ensure quality and precision in work; takes pride in knowledge base and level of expertise.
Takes Personal Responsibility in Individual Contributor Role – Demonstrates attitude and commitment to take personal responsibility for results, even when in team environment with no authority over others; will step up to fill gaps so results can be assured; avoids excuses as explanations or defending/justifying negative but preventable outcomes.
Practical Intelligence – Absorbs new information quickly and is comfortable dealing with abstract concepts and relationships; relates new information to previously acquired knowledge to expand and refine frame of reference; enjoys learning and expanding breadth and depth of understanding on variety of subjects.
Reliability/Dependability – Responds to internal customer needs, questions, and concerns in accurate and timely manner. Follows through on commitments, assignments, and tasks; is at work when scheduled; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses work time wisely.
Safety Awareness – Demonstrates use of safe and proper work methods and follows established safety procedures. Reports and corrects working conditions that may increase risk factors for injury.
Good Manufacturing Practices/Food Safety – Demonstrates Good Manufacturing Practices and proper Food Safety procedures when performing daily job functions. Correctly wears required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas. Recognizes areas for GMP and Food Safety procedure improvements and shares ideas with leadership.
Respects Diversity – Respects the Company’s diverse workforce, and behaves in a manner that does not cause harm to others based on age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or religious believes.
Adaptability – Has ability to focus on the benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive, objective manner, views change as learning opportunity; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Positive Working Relationships – Listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things; shares information and knowledge; demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty.
Focus – Maintains focus on tasks and does not stray from job assignments.

ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Noise level in work environment is moderate; Standard office setting.
Eye, hearing, hair nets, bump hats, lab coats may be required.
Moderate exposure to cold work environment at times.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable persons with disabilities the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and results.

Material Control Specialist in Hart, Michigan at Peterson Farms Inc

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