Materials Technical Advisor (MTA) - Wabtec
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
About the Job
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com.
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.
Who will you be working with?
At Wabtec, we put People First, both our employees and customers. We are constantly striving to Expand the Possible and revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations. As a member of our team, you will provide materials management expertise to the operations team in addition to maintaining inventory accuracy, work order consumption, and ordering of direct materials.
How will you make a difference?
How will you make a difference?
The Materials Technical Advisor (MTA) you will utilize your experience and expertise to solve problems, drive process adherence, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and can affect short-term and some long-term business goals.
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor's Degree; Or a 2-year degree with 2 years of professional work experience; Or a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of Operations or Military Service
- Willingness and ability to work in a shop environment.
- Ability to complete Wabtec’s Level 1 Technical Advisor Training Certification
- Proficiency in MS office applications
- Previous supervisory experience, materials knowledge and MRP experience
- Previous experience in logistics and warehousing
What will your typical day look like?
Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials (from suppliers, warehouse and within departments) according to production schedules. Plan and schedule material/production needs. Positions requiring understanding of a material and MRP concepts, methods, and procedures. Lead a team of hourly employees in execution of activities. This position requires working on-site as an essential function.
- Ensure that work environment is safe for yourself and co-workers. Drive a mindset of continuous improvement around safety in the shop.
- Focus to ensure inventory and MRP accuracy with activities similar to, but not limited to cycle counts, warehouse and offsite supplier audits, physical inventory, etc.
- Work to no material shortages to the production lines supported. While also achieving positive results in MTA metrics including but not limited to material availability, inventory, renewal parts OTD, NCMR closure, non-nettable inventory, premium transportation, warehousing spend, POD claims, warehousing discrepancy, UX blend, fallout rates, UX processes
- Create and execute continuous improvement projects to deliver efficiency, safety, and cost savings for yourself, material controllers, production lines, or the shop as a whole.
- Manage and give daily direction to a team of hourly employees. Develop and follow standard work for yourself and your hourly teammates. Ensure accountability while making sure to grow, train, and educate teammates with growing expertise. Work well with others to achieve success as one materials team in Grove City.
What about the physical demands of the job?
- Standing and walking throughout the day
- Walking up and down stairs
- Wearing all required personal protective gear (hardhat, steel toe boots, ear plugs, eye protection) throughout the day
- Speaking and hearing
- Typing and operating a computer
- Working overtime as required
- You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met. Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Source : Wabtec