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August 1, 2024
Progress Rail
Muncie
FULL TIME
Inventory Assistant
Job Purpose
This position will be responsible for the overall inventory accuracy within the facility. Industry standard material control techniques including cycle counting, yearly physical inventory and parts audit prior to production deployment will be used to ensure acceptable levels of inventory accuracy are met at all times. This position will develop and maintain local processes and procedures, as well as adhere to corporate guidance, to ensure ongoing integrity of the inventory control systems.
Req ID
9854BR
City
Muncie
State:
Indiana
Company Description
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, You Tube and Linked In, and by visiting progressrail.com.
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, You Tube and Linked In, and by visiting progressrail.com.
Key Job Elements
- Ensure inventory accuracy through the completion of effective inventory control techniques including Internal Audits, Cycle Counts, and Physical Inventory;
- Assist in the development of localized policies and procedures as related to the control of production inventory;
- Work with Operations personnel to ensure a clear shared understanding of the importance of inventory accuracy;
- Work with the Quality Department to ensure damaged product is accurately captured and removed from inventory;
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled audits of production kits to ensure count integrity;
- Perform scheduled cycle counts and participate in or coordinate yearly physical inventories.
Education / Training
- University or College Degree (Business Management or Supply Chain Specialty preferred) preferred or equivalent materials experience required;
- APICS Designation preferred.
Qualifications and Experience
Required:
Preferred:
- Knowledge of materials processes in a low-volume, complex BOM environment;
- Thorough knowledge of ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred);
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities;
- Ability to focus on complex tasks;
- Continuous Improvement experience and Lean manufacturing focus.
Preferred:
- Inventory control experience in a heavy manufacturing environment;
- Locomotive product knowledge;
- Six Sigma trained;
- Work background in low volume highly engineer product environment;
- Trained in formal problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
- Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
- Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
- Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer – Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities
Job Category
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing
PRS Facility Location
Muncie, IN Traction Motor - 412
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