Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE), a joint venture of Worthington and Armstrong World Industries, has established worldwide leadership in the production of suspended ceiling systems. WAVE produces metal ceiling grids that can be combined with Armstrong ceiling boards as a complete package or sold individually.
Founded in 1992, WAVE operates under a long-standing corporate philosophy rooted in the Golden Rule. This philosophy serves as an unwavering commitment to the customer, supplier, and shareholder, and it serves as the foundation for one of the strongest employee-employer partnerships in American industry.
Primary Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for all maintenance inventory, ordering materials for capital projects, and general production supplies. This position will work closely with Corporate Engineering, Capital Manager, Production Manager, Maintenance Manager, and Planner.
General Responsibilities:
Understand and follow written and verbal work instructions
Must have computer skills using Microsoft Office programs Excel, Word, Outlook. Teams
Place orders for Maintenance inventory items using the CMMS system
Place orders for Capital projects using SAP system
Place orders for general manufacturing supplies using a P-card
Receive orders and deliver them to the proper locations
Contact vendors for outside services
Identify and establish new vendors
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies
Ensure products and quantities are accurately identified in Bins and Bundles during daily cycle counting
Manage day to day Manufacturing Consumables and ensure adherence to established stocking levels
Accurately perform cycle counts of all maintenance inventory according to schedule
Complete inventory adjustments and movement transactions in CMMS system
Ensure adherence to established Kan Ban system and visual management system for all materials
Ensure all items purchased have storage locations and the locations maintain 5S and KanBan expectations
Assist in meeting maintenance inventory and monthly / annual supply budget
Process RMA's and ensure material is inspected and processed timely
Arrange shipping for material sent to other facilities
Maintain all work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition at all times
Perform all work in a safe manner; use proper lock-out procedures when required. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and make certain that all safety equipment is in proper working order.
Perform these and other related duties as assigned or directed.
Actively participate in communication and WAVE culture
Measures of Effectiveness; including, but not limited to:
Safety - OSHA rate, compliance to regulations/policies, evidence of risk reduction, engagement in 8-Step Safety Process, near-miss reporting
Quality - Resolving customer claims and returns, ability to recognize defects and implement corrective actions
Productivity - Inventory levels accurate, Capital project parts delivered on time, CMMS activity and preparing parts for work orders
Communication - Shift handoff and line preparation, Gemba, kaizen event participation
Cost - Cost reduction action items implemented and adherence to budgets
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Previous knowledge of maintenance terminology preferred
Hydraulic Systems Components: (pumps, valves, cylinders, accumulators) and their functions.
Electrical Components: (motors, sensors, switches, circuit breakers) and their functions.
Gearbox Types and Configurations: (e.g., worm, helical, bevel) and their applications.
Motor Types and Specifications: (AC, DC, servo, stepper), frame sizes, and interchangeability.
Able to lift a maximum of 40 pounds
Able to stand 8-10 hours per day at assigned work area
Preferred; Experience in a fast-paced, high performance manufacturing environment
Preferred; Experience with LEAN manufacturing and 6S
Background check required
Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE) offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefit package that includes, but not limited to: health, dental and life insurances, vacation, quarterly profit sharing, and a 401(K) Plan.
WAVE is an equal opportunity employer. It is our goal to ensure that hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation and discipline decisions are based on the job-related qualifications, abilities and performance of employees and applicants. The Company does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability or veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.
