Spec II, Materials

Job Purpose

Support Operations through analytical and administrative tasks focused on material and production requirements and schedules. Work is of a technical nature with decisions made within the limits of general procedures and specifications. Some direct guidance received from supervisor. Bridges the gap between Engineered and Manufactured product to practical applications; identifies gap requirements, develops supply plans, and manages those plans from cradle to grave.

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, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.

Education / Training

• High school diploma or GED; some college/Associate's degree preferred.

Key Job Elements

• Perform functions to plan, coordinate, control and direct activities involving the release of production order material;

• Communicate supply plans thru ERP updates, reports, and various communication tools to production, planning, warehouse, quality and engineering;

• Review, monitor, and complete order follow ups to assure manufacturing plans are 100% achievable based upon the availability of materials;

• Review Bill of Material Changes and Manufacturing Change Requests to ensure compliance, accurate material requirements, and the minimization of waste;

• Receives orders from customers, schedules orders, and provides customer service;

• Act as a liaison to ensure alignment between the manufacturing, planning, warehouse and quality;

• Daily monitoring of material shortages with production, quality and supplier planning teams;

• Analyze order requirements based on materials availability, routings, alternative manufacturing routings, and demonstrated capacity;

• Performs the physical inventory and adjust materials plan;

• Monitor and communicate order status;

• Assist in inventory management by releasing material to production orders;

• Monitor and communicate snag/defect issues with production and quality;

• Lead special projects as assigned;

• Research order and delivery discrepancies and resolve MRP related issues. Take appropriate corrective actions to prevent similar issues;

• Drive process improvement;

• Works with higher levels of management to determine needs of product to customers and manages processes to complete those needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• 1-3 years of experience on the shop floor and/or working in a customer service;

• Strong MS Excel and ERP/MRP system skills;

• Competency using other computer-based programs such as Word, Outlook, Power Point;

• Solid Problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills;

• Demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed, team-based environment;

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to negotiate solutions with suppliers and internal customers.

EEO

Equal Opportunity Employer - Race/Color/Sex/Religion/National Origin/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Vets/Disabilities

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.

Job Category

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Purchasing