Purchasing Associate Reports to: Production Control Manager Overview This position is responsible for purchasing all raw materials, components, tooling, and supplies for production and general business requirements. This is a starting position with room for advancement. Responsibilities

• Evaluate, qualify and meet with existing and new suppliers
• Coordinate outside services (paint, plate, etc.)
• Evaluate production schedule and expedite as necessary to ensure material is available when needed.
• Source material required for new products
• Negotiate pricing and assist estimating to develop competitive bids
• Coordinate supplier returns and quality issues.
• Support other departments with any purchasing related items Qualifications
• Strong organizational skills
• Accurate and detail oriented
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• 0 to 1 years work experience in Purchasing or related career
• Preferred
• Experience in metal procurement
• Preferred
• Degree or training in business or related discipline Compensation & Benefits
• Hourly position $20.00
• 22.00/hour depending on experience
• 40 Hours of PTO year 1, 80 hours of PTO year 2
• 8 Paid Holidays Annually
• Company contribution of $550/month for family or $450/month for a single for health care coverage
• 401K Match
• 100% Match on first 3%, 50% on next 2% (eligible after 6 months of service)
• Company Paid Life-Insurance
• Dental Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and HSA Available

Safety Glasses, Safety Shoe, and Tuition Reimbursement Programs Pay:

$20.00

• $22.

00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person