What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Processing Coordinator position at Mill Steel Company?
Stainless and Aluminum Division
Cleveland, OH
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan Mill Steel Company is a team of over 400 employees with a commitment to high-quality service. We are a unified, motivated, and empowered market driven company with a single focus to be the best. Our mission is simple, expand our operations into new territories, enhance relationships with our customers and suppliers, provide the best value available in the market, increase market share in key customer industries, develop innovative responses to customer needs, and continue to foster an environment of team involvement and empowerment.
As an Outside Processing Coordinator, you will work closely with our outside processing vendors to ensure the efficient handling, processing, and distribution of stainless steel and aluminum products. This role is essential in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring quality standards, and supporting overall operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Partner with outside processing vendors to schedule and monitor the processing of stainless steel and aluminum products, ensuring alignment with company standards and timelines.
- Track and manage orders sent to outside processing vendors, ensuring timely and accurate completion, and communicate any delays or issues with internal teams.
- Monitor the quality of processed materials to ensure they meet company specifications, and work with vendors to promptly resolve any quality issues.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, including materials sent to and received from outside processors, and coordinate with internal inventory teams for accurate reporting.
- Arrange and track the transportation of materials to and from outside processing vendors, ensuring timely delivery and receipt.
- Maintain detailed documentation of all processing activities, including order details, processing times, quality checks, and vendor communications, and prepare regular reports for management review.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with outside processing vendors, negotiate processing terms, and resolve any disputes or issues.
- Identify opportunities to improve processing efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance vendor performance, and work with internal teams to implement process improvements.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field preferred.
- 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, or logistics role, preferably in steel processing or a related industry.
- Experience working with outside vendors is a plus.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Attention to detail and a focus on quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Familiarity with ERP or inventory management systems is a plus.
Organizational Relationship:
This individual reports to the Director of Fulfillment, Stainless and Aluminum and works closely with a variety of departments throughout the company.
Travel & Location Requirements:
This position has minimal travel and is based in Cleveland, OH
What we offer:
- Team oriented environment
- Pet friendly office
- Awarded “National Best & Brightest Companies To Work For” 10 consecutive years running (2010 – 2020)
- Awarded “National Best & Brightest Elite Winner”
- 2010 – Elite Winner in Recognition & Retention
- 2016 – Elite Winner in Community Initiatives
- 2017 – Elite Winner in Recruitment, Selection & New Employee Orientation
- 2020 – Elite Winner in Communication & Shared Vision
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