Materials & Supplies Coordinator - 3rd Shift

Job Description

• Assist the material fulfillment function including managing critical material reviews with external vendors and the GE MRO network. Work for quick resolution to support OWS site with strong sense of urgency.  Put away and pull materials in alignment with production plan and KPIs.  Ensure parts are stored accordingly to prevent damage and contamination.

• Practice effective inventory management strategy that assure site inventory levels are kept at lean levels which still support shop operations. Assist with regular cycle counts.  Help manage inventory and participate in process improvements initiatives. 

• Create order demand in SAP including creation/duplication of internal material demand with both internal and external sources. Use discretion on bulk ordering to decrease number of purchase orders issued and number of packages to receive.  Order consumables as well as execute indirect sourcing via SSS (i.e., shop and office supplies).

• Assist with Gate 2 processes (repair and kitting cycle) through liaison with technicians, production and planning team. Unpackage incoming shipments, assist with receiving aviation materials in site ERP, prepare outgoing packages for shipment, including creation of shipping labels with various shipping companies.  Physically prep assets to ship and receive (i.e., direct material, indirect material, tooling, consumables).   Verify that all incoming and outgoing parts/ materials/ components comply with local and GE Aerospace quality system standards.

• Visually examine materials and accompanying paperwork for defects and sort articles according to extent of defect.  Accurately identify part numbers, serial numbers, and quantities and assure all match the accompanying paperwork.

• Physically dispose of scrap hardware and/or low demand/obsolete inventory.

• Understand import/export/ITC requirements. Create commercial invoices for parts/tools/materials coming into our going out of the facility.

• Use powered equipment to complete the necessary task, such as sit-down forklift.

• Comply with safety requirements, complete training per schedule, participate in investigations and read-across as requested, promptly identify safety issues, work with team to pursues solutions, and escalate issues.

• Participate in assessments, read across and PFMEAs to identify and understand sources of defects.  Promptly identify and escalate risks to leadership and work with team on solutions. 

• Participate in LEAN events and apply learnings to daily activity.  Apply and improve upon standard work in area of responsibility.  Identify sources of waste and customer dissatisfaction, escalate to leadership team and work among the team to find solutions.

• Perform additional duties as needed.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree or High School diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in Aerospace, Warehouse, Logistics and/or Distribution Operations required.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work flexible shift patterns as required, including weekends and holidays

• Ability and willingness to support calls during off-hours when emergency situations arise. GE On Wing Support is a 24 / 7 / 365 operation.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Desired Characteristics:

• Holds previous materials and inventory experience and international field experience.

• Knowledge of import, export, customs, and dangerous goods requirements. 

• Knowledge of SAP ERP system, specifically the “Materials Module”.  Ability to demonstrate required knowledge of the ERP to ensure compliance with company materials processes and maintain inventory accuracy.

• Possess a desire to learn and grow with technology advancements and new engine models.

• Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives.

• Features strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including problem-solving ability

• Proven leadership experience leading initiatives of moderate scope and impact 

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