Inventory Warehouse Specialist Velva, ND
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Inventory/Warehouse Specialist is responsible for managing maintenance-related inventory warehouse operations and material control activities that support the safe and efficient operation of the plant. This position serves as a critical link between the Maintenance Operations Procurement and Reliability teams by ensuring the availability accuracy and proper storage of maintenance repair and operating (MRO) materials spare parts tools and equipment required to maintain continuous plant operations.
The Inventory/Warehouse Specialist maintains inventory integrity coordinates material receipts and issues supports preventive and corrective maintenance activities and ensures compliance with company safety environmental and quality standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Inventory Management
Maintain accurate inventory records for maintenance of spare parts consumables tools lubricants and critical equipment components.
Perform cycle counts physical inventories and inventory audits to ensure stock accuracy.
Monitor inventory levels and generate replenishment requests based on established minimum/maximum stocking levels.
Identify obsolete excess or damaged inventory and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure proper identification labeling and tracking of all warehouse materials.
Maintain computerized inventory records using CMMS ERP or inventory management systems.
Maintenance Support
Issue and receive spare parts and materials for preventive predictive and corrective maintenance of work orders.
Coordinate material staging for planned maintenance shutdowns turnarounds and capital projects.
Assist maintenance planners and supervisors with identifying and sourcing required parts and materials.
Verify receipt of maintenance-related shipments against purchase orders and packing slips.
Maintain critical spare parts inventories to support plant reliability and reduce downtime.
Warehouse Operations
Receive inspect unload and store incoming materials and equipment.
Organize warehouse locations to maximize efficiency accessibility and inventory accuracy.
Operate forklifts pallet jacks and other material handling equipment safely.
Maintain housekeeping standards throughout warehouse and storage areas (bone yard)
Coordinate shipment of materials repairs warranty returns and vendor returns.
Ensure proper storage and handling of chemicals lubricants and hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
Procurement and Vendor Coordination
Collaborate with purchasing personnel to expedite critical maintenance materials.
Track open purchase orders and delivery schedules.
Communicate with vendors regarding shipment status shortages and discrepancies.
Assist in evaluating vendor performance and inventory optimization opportunities.
Support sourcing efforts for specialized industrial and process equipment components.
Safety Environmental and Regulatory Compliance
Follow all plant safety procedures lockout/tagout requirements and warehouse safety practices.
Maintain compliance with OSHA environmental food/feed safety ADM policies.
Participate in safety meetings audits inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.
Report unsafe conditions inventory discrepancies and equipment issues promptly.
Ensure proper documentation and storage of regulated materials.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 25 years of warehouse inventory control maintenance of storeroom or industrial supply experience.
Experience working in a manufacturing industrial processing agricultural processing biodiesel renewable fuels chemical or food processing environment preferred.
Proficiency with computerized inventory systems ERP software and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to read equipment manuals parts catalogs technical drawings and purchase documentation.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP PM Maximo Infor EAM or similar maintenance management systems.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
Knowledge of industrial maintenance spare parts including:
Pumps
Motors
Gearboxes
Bearings
Valves
Instrumentation
Electrical components
Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Understanding reliability-centered maintenance and critical spare parts management.
APICS CPIM or inventory management certification is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand walk bend climb stairs and work in warehouse and industrial environments for extended periods.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including hard hat safety glasses steel-toed boots hearing protection and respiratory protection when required.
Work Conditions:
This position works in both warehouse and industrial production settings. Exposure to moving machinery dust elevated work areas chemicals oils lubricants and varying temperatures may occur. Strict adherence to safety environmental and operational procedures is required.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired employees will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
The pay for this position is expected to be:
$26.00/hour
Required Experience:
IC
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