Materials Management Specialist - W. R. Grace
Chicago, IL
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Materials Management Specialist
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Date:Nov 6, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60629
Company: W. R. Grace & Co.
Annual Wage Range:$52,591.20 - $72,312.90
Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses
Benefits:U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) (https://grace.com/people-and-careers/benefits/us-employee-benefits-summary/)
Final salary and compensation will be based on several factors including candidate qualifications and experience, geographical location, market, and business considerations.
Job Description
The Chicago 71st plant is seeking a dedicated Logistics Specialist to join our Logistics Team. This role, reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, will promote a safe working environment, manage material flow in and out of the plant, work closely with our Logistics team and our 3PL warehouse, ensure inventory accuracy, and address near-term storage requirements. This position is perfect for someone who thrives on driving continuous improvement efforts and excels in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Grace’s site at 4099 West 71st street employs ~100 people and manufactures catalysts used in petroleum refining and specialty petrochemical industries for removing sulfur, nitrogen, and other impurities from crude oil streams. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities. Come join our collaborative, people-focused team!
Responsibilities
+ Ordering and Procurement: Manage the ordering process for raw materials, packaging, tank farm supplies, and traded goods to ensure timely availability.
+ Receipt Management: Oversee the receipts process for raw materials and trading goods, including managing work cycles and SAP transactions to support third-party logistics (3PL) operations.
+ Inventory Accuracy: Ensure inventory accuracy through effective cycle count management and necessary adjustments to maintain optimal stock levels.
+ Collaboration with 3PLs: Work closely with 3PL warehouses and tollers to provide work instructions, approve lots for shipping, and offer any required support.
+ Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the quality department to manage inventory effectively, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
+ Cross-Functional Coordination: Engage with corporate roles to align on plant capabilities and execute the supply plan efficiently.
+ Service Management: Oversee services related to trailer rentals, repairs, waste management, and propane supply to ensure operational efficiency.
+ Hazmat Management: Manage hazmat satellite storage reporting and compliance to ensure safety and regulatory adherence.
Physical Requirements and Environment
+ Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
+ Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
+ Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
Required Qualifications
+ Adaptability: Ability to thrive in an ever-changing production environment, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
+ Proactive Work Ethic: Strong bias for action; self-directed with a robust work ethic, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
+ Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills and analytical abilities to effectively resolve problems in Excel.
+ SAP Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in SAP for managing materials and inventory processes.
+ Data Management: Ability to analyze and manage large data sets to inform decision-making and improve efficiency.
+ Collaborative Culture: Promotes a collaborative and friendly workplace culture, fostering teamwork and open communication.
+ Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Industry Experience: Experience in raw material management within a manufacturing environment.
+ Macro Skills: Familiarity with macro use and skills is advantageous for data analysis and process automation.
Benefits
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
+ Life Insurance and Disability
+ Grace Wellness Program
+ Flexible Workplace
+ Retirement Plans
+ 401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
+ Paid Vacation and Holidays
+ Parental Leave
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Company Donation Match Program
+ U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) (https://grace.com/people-and-careers/working-at-grace/benefits/us-employee-benefits-summary/)
Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nearest Major Market:Chicago
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Date:Nov 6, 2024
Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60629
Company: W. R. Grace & Co.
Annual Wage Range:$52,591.20 - $72,312.90
Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses
Benefits:U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) (https://grace.com/people-and-careers/benefits/us-employee-benefits-summary/)
Final salary and compensation will be based on several factors including candidate qualifications and experience, geographical location, market, and business considerations.
Job Description
The Chicago 71st plant is seeking a dedicated Logistics Specialist to join our Logistics Team. This role, reporting to the Logistics Supervisor, will promote a safe working environment, manage material flow in and out of the plant, work closely with our Logistics team and our 3PL warehouse, ensure inventory accuracy, and address near-term storage requirements. This position is perfect for someone who thrives on driving continuous improvement efforts and excels in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Grace’s site at 4099 West 71st street employs ~100 people and manufactures catalysts used in petroleum refining and specialty petrochemical industries for removing sulfur, nitrogen, and other impurities from crude oil streams. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities. Come join our collaborative, people-focused team!
Responsibilities
+ Ordering and Procurement: Manage the ordering process for raw materials, packaging, tank farm supplies, and traded goods to ensure timely availability.
+ Receipt Management: Oversee the receipts process for raw materials and trading goods, including managing work cycles and SAP transactions to support third-party logistics (3PL) operations.
+ Inventory Accuracy: Ensure inventory accuracy through effective cycle count management and necessary adjustments to maintain optimal stock levels.
+ Collaboration with 3PLs: Work closely with 3PL warehouses and tollers to provide work instructions, approve lots for shipping, and offer any required support.
+ Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the quality department to manage inventory effectively, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
+ Cross-Functional Coordination: Engage with corporate roles to align on plant capabilities and execute the supply plan efficiently.
+ Service Management: Oversee services related to trailer rentals, repairs, waste management, and propane supply to ensure operational efficiency.
+ Hazmat Management: Manage hazmat satellite storage reporting and compliance to ensure safety and regulatory adherence.
Physical Requirements and Environment
+ Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
+ Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
+ Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
Required Qualifications
+ Adaptability: Ability to thrive in an ever-changing production environment, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
+ Proactive Work Ethic: Strong bias for action; self-directed with a robust work ethic, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
+ Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills and analytical abilities to effectively resolve problems in Excel.
+ SAP Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in SAP for managing materials and inventory processes.
+ Data Management: Ability to analyze and manage large data sets to inform decision-making and improve efficiency.
+ Collaborative Culture: Promotes a collaborative and friendly workplace culture, fostering teamwork and open communication.
+ Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with team members and stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Industry Experience: Experience in raw material management within a manufacturing environment.
+ Macro Skills: Familiarity with macro use and skills is advantageous for data analysis and process automation.
Benefits
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
+ Life Insurance and Disability
+ Grace Wellness Program
+ Flexible Workplace
+ Retirement Plans
+ 401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
+ Paid Vacation and Holidays
+ Parental Leave
+ Tuition Reimbursement
+ Company Donation Match Program
+ U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com) (https://grace.com/people-and-careers/working-at-grace/benefits/us-employee-benefits-summary/)
Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.
Nearest Major Market:Chicago
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