SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Knowledge and skills of computerized materials scheduling and inventory control, production scheduling, purchasing, traffic and warehouse functions including shipping and receiving in a JIT environment.
• Knowledge of ERP, AS400, AS36 or other similar computer system.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and supervisory skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor degree from four-year college or university or two to four years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Contribute as a key member of the plant management team.
• Supervise materials department including office/reception and HS&E functions, as assigned by the WCFP HS&E Appendix A, as well as assigned WPS tasks.
• Manage the materials function including scheduling of production and maintenance of optimum raw materials and finished goods inventory levels.
• Management of warehousing, shipping and receiving activities.
• Analysis and interpretation of customer releases.
• Perform MRP and generate vendor releases.
• Optimization of freight cost.
• Responsible for AS400 information and liaison with IT department.
• Responsible for department operating budget.
• Responsible le for implementation of safe work practices.
• Provide backup coverage for receiving, as needed.