Parts Procurement Coordinator

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Nestled in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, our Tipton facility manufactures a diverse range of products, including milk powder, butter, nutritional powders, and processed fluids. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California!

Our commitment to CDI employees:
We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions. Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, sick days & holidays, retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.

Job Summary
The Parts Procurement Coordinator shall be responsible for the research, ordering, receipt, and inventory of parts for the continued and efficient operation and maintenance of the plant’s equipment, systems, and machines under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager.

Essential Functions

• Parts research, pricing, and availability for inventory replenishment or need.
• Establish/maintain accounts and positive vendor relations.
• Ordering, receiving, storage, labeling, and organizing parts inventories.
• Processing of electronic purchase orders: submission, recording, etc.
• Responsible for working with a minimum amount of supervision in all key areas.
• Responsible for reporting daily work orders and activity reports.
• Determine parts dispositions as needed.
• Responsible for all work being done in a timely fashion and done properly.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
• Follow Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP).
• Responsible for care and maintenance of company tools.
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies, Inc. best interests.
• Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs. “Food Safety and Quality” are the responsibilities of this position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must work in a safe and efficient manner and follow all safety procedures including the use of safety equipment.
• Must have the ability to maintain parts inventory levels.
• Must be able to utilize computer database(s) to properly track and process purchases.
• Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Basic computational skills required.
• Must demonstrate good judgement when carrying out duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar purchasing position or 1-2 years’ experience in maintenance environment or equivalent formal training.
• Experience with preventative maintenance (PM) programs is a plus.
• A high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.

Language Skills
English is required as the written and spoken language.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A
Driving Requirements: N/A
Equipment
Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to hearing protection, bump caps, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety glasses must be used in the performance of duties. Proper lifting techniques must be employed at all times.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is performed in an office environment.
ADA/FEHA
The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act.
EEO
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements outlined here represent those necessary for successful performance of this position's core responsibilities. Upon request, the company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these fundamental job duties, provided such accommodations do not create an undue burden on the organization.

• Sitting/Standing/Walking: Sits frequently to answer calls, complete schedules/reports, fill out paperwork, answer emails, etc.
• Lifting/Carrying: Must be able to lift 65 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Pushing/Pulling: Some pushing or pulling is required on an occasional basis.
• Bending/Stooping: Bends and stoops on an occasional basis.
• Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: May squat or kneel on an occasional basis.
• Twisting/Turning: Assumes any combination of these positions on an occasional basis.
• Climbing/Balancing: May go up and down stairs and/or ladder on an occasional basis.
• Reaching: Reaches at or above shoulder level on an occasional basis.
• Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. Ability to use calculator and keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis.
• Traveling: Extended working hours and some domestic traveling.

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