Operations Coordinator - Portland, OR - CRH Americas

Job ID:  498780

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.     

Job Summary
 

This position will perform general administrative duties for the department it is assigned to.  This individual will perform routine clerical functions and may support more than one department simultaneously. 
 

Job Responsibilities
 

• Prepare reports and sorts and files documentation
• Assist management in forecasting sales demands to maximize production efficiencies
• Prepare and issue daily production schedules to minimize inventory levels while maximizing product availability and customer satisfaction
• Manage the location and life of all molds and works with management on annual mold purchases
• Prepare and issues purchase orders and change notices
• Review purchase order claims and contracts
• Assist accounting department in verifying pricing and receipts of purchased products
• Contact suppliers on adjustments, incorrect materials/supplies, delivery delays, etc
• Schedule inbound delivery dates and negotiate freight payment terms
• Issue purchase orders and receive product into Lawson
• Determine optimal manufacturing and purchasing volumes based on historical usage and current level in stock
• Maintain historical records by filing documents
• Organize and maintains file systems, and files correspondence and other records
• Maintain group calendar for employee vacation schedules
• Conduct safety orientations with visitors
• Order and maintain supplies and arrange for equipment maintenance
• Provide support for assigned department (s)
• Develop and grow internal and external customer relationships for the purpose of improving company's growth
• Conducts research, and compiles and types statistical reports
• Some A/P & A/R filing and file maintenance
• Operate a forklift
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements
 

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, skills and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
 

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of office experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of basic office equipment (phone, fax, copier, 10-key)
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate with employees, peers, supervisors, vendors and customer is an effective manner
• Must be detail oriented, organized, and have problem-solving and reasoning skills
• Ability to perform advanced math calculations
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables with little or no structure
• Internal and external customer service oriented
• Ability to work independently

• Ability to perform sedentary work, occasional walking, standing, squatting, and bending required
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Prolonged sitting, repetitive use of fingers and hands for typing
• Available to work overtime as necessary
• May be required to work under stressful conditions

Compensation

• Payrate for this position is from $23-$28/hour

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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