Operations Coordinator Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Operations Coordinator Dicalite Management Group 2601 Osage Street, Nashville, TN 37208 Our Company Dicalite is a company that uses naturally occurring minerals to improve products used for filtration of liquids such as wine, beer, and swimming pool water, for use in building products such as wallboard, ceiling tile, and joint compound, and for use in creating potting soils and hydroponic growing media for plant growth. Dicalite operates at the intersection of branded consumer products, industrial manufacturing, and research & product development to provide value to over 1,000 customers across the world. Dicalite is privately owned and has been in business for 93 years. Dicalite’s operating footprint includes 16 facilities across North America and Europe. Operating through a fully integrated network of five mines and twelve refining, processing, and packaging facilities, the company has a unique multi-mineral platform that includes perlite, vermiculite, and diatomaceous earth. Dicalite’s core business is selling wholesale products to blue chip customers such as Home Depot, Scotts Miracle-Gro, Cargill, DuPont, numerous California wineries, 3M, and Nestle Purina, among others.

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will be a hard-working professional with excellent communication skills, able to undertake a variety of administrative, purchasing, and quality related tasks and work diligently under pressure in an industrial setting. For the quality control portion, this position will ensure all raw materials and products conform to standards and specifications. They will facilitate communication between teams and promote an efficient supply chain for all internal and external customers. For inventory, the successful candidate will organize and monitor the storage and distribution of our product, material, and supplies ensuring optimum efficiency and productivity with an eye on all stages of the order and production cycle.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks, including but not limited to purchasing, internal communications, inventories, daily production and sales reports, maintaining production schedules, etc.
• Manage QC testing of finished perlite samples and ensure that finished goods meet quality control standards before shipping.
• Manage all functions of the plant labs including collecting, testing, documenting, retention, and training from raw material, through the production, to finished goods testing.
• Verify shipping documents.
• Manage the procurement process, including research suppliers, obtaining quotes and placing orders for materials and supplies.
• Track inventory levels, ensuring that production materials and supplies are ordered and available to avoid delays.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to production, safety, quality, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and submit required reports related to operations, safety inspections, and production metrics.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations such as OSHA and other applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure efficient production scheduling, workflow optimization, and resource allocation and troubleshoot operational issues and escalate to the plant manager as needed.
• Assist with the coordination of special projects.
• Provide general support to visitors who visit the office and plant.
• Cross train with the office manager and can fill in as needed.
• Cross train with the production supervisor and can fill in as needed.
• Assist the plant manager and maintenance manager as needed.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and public ready area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, accounting, or related field preferred.
• Accounting knowledge is required.
• Microsoft Dynamics ERP experience is a plus.
• Must be able to read and understand English and be proficient in business communications.
• Excellent computer skills with experience in MS Office (especially Outlook and Excel) is required.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and achieve results.
• Must be detail oriented; possess superb follow up and auditing skills.
• Must have ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must have clear and concise verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid drivers license

Key Competencies:

• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Working Conditions:

• Work performed primarily in manufacturing and processing sites.
• Moderate to loud noise levels.
• Standing for long periods on concrete or other hard surfaces.
• Lifting items between 25 to 50 pounds.
• Fast paced environment .
• Nearly always work indoors – office environment
• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. Dicalite Management Group, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person