What are the responsibilities and job description for the PURCHASING AGENT position at Colmac Coil Manufacturing, Inc.?
About Colmac Coil Manufacturing, Inc.: Colmac Coil Manufacturing is a leading manufacturer of industrial heat exchangers and heat transfer equipment headquartered in beautiful Northeastern Washington State. The company is recognized for innovative engineering and high-quality products sold in several domestic and international markets including: Industrial Refrigeration, Power Generation, and Petrochemical. Our customers demand products that are not only innovative, high quality, and reliable, but also competitively priced and shipped on time, every time. With manufacturing facilities in both Colville, WA and Paxton, IL the company is well positioned for continued growth.
The company is seeking a hard-working, organized, self-motivated individual to work in our Operations Department. This position is full-time (40 hours/wk), non-exempt, $17.66/hr - $27.35/hr payable every other Friday. Compensation includes medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer matching contribution, life insurance, employee assistance program, and training opportunities. Regular shifts are Monday – Friday with overtime as needed.
Responsibilities Include:
• Reviewing design packages and inventory levels to identify items needed for purchase; clarifying unclear items; recommending alternatives.
• Preparing purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from warehouse department.
• Reviewing and ordering items identified via the weekly KAN BAN inventory management system.
• Obtaining purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.
• Verifying receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered, resolving shipments in error with suppliers. • Authorizing payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.
• Keeping information accessible by sorting and filing documents.
• Providing purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Updating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Other project work as assigned including the implementation of ISO 9001.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Active listener
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills to maintain a good working relationship with vendors and coworkers
• Ability to control emotions
• Superior organization skills
• Proficiency in inventory software, databases, and systems (Macola / MIS / MS Excel)
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Physical Demands: (S=Seldom 0-10%, O=Occasional 11-33%, F=Frequent 34-66%, C=Constant 67-100%) The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. Stand/walk (F), sit (F), bend/stoop (F), perform work from ladder (O), climb stairs (O), twist (O), squat/kneel (S), crawl (S), reach (F), work above shoulders (S), grasp (F), fine manipulation (S), operate foot controls (S), lift/carry/push/pull up to 50# (O) vibratory tasks (S), wrist (flexion/extension) (O).
How to Apply: Email resume/cover letter to HR@colmaccoil.com. This position is open until filled.
Salary : $18 - $27
