Senior Associate, Inventory Control
Nordson Corporation

Job Info

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Job Summary

Nordson's technology and products create many of the items you use every day. From life-saving medical devices to innovative manufacturing technology, we help make products used every day, everywhere. Our teams work together with an entrepreneurial mindset to solve interesting challenges that lead to new advancements in manufacturing and serving a diverse array of end markets. In our offices around the world, we offer a supportive culture grounded in integrity and excellence.

This position functions as a primary contact within Manufacturing for inventory control related issues. Work with a broad range of functional areas to identify/define root causes of inventory problems, record errors, analyze alternatives, and develop and implement solutions.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, and define root causes of inventory problems. Analyze alternatives, develop, and recommend solutions.
• Advise and/or assist Factory personnel in matters related to problem diagnosis and resolution, operating procedures, and compliance verification.
• Participate in the development and implementation of inventory control policies and procedures. Guide and train personnel regarding the same.
• Develop project plans and coordinate the efforts of project participants to achieve specified objectives.
• Monitor factory's inventory accuracy performance, gather information, statistics, and prepare reports.
• Observe and report conditions and events which might impact current or future inventory control activities, explore, and communicate courses of action.
• Act whenever possible to mitigate or solve problems in a manner consistent with department policies, goals, and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Education and Experience Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent experience. APICS, Six Sigma, and/or other Lean Certifications a plus.
• 3 years prior SAP experience. Experience with physical material flow and all associated transactions required.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-Starter/ Able to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with changing priorities.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to inventory control practices.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

Minimal

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