Parts Room Manager

We have an exciting opportunity in our Guymon, OK, processing facility. We are seeking a dynamic Parts Room Manager to lead and oversee a multi-shift mechanical parts department at our Guymon, OK, pork processing facility, which processes over 21,000 animals daily. This role is responsible for managing inbound mechanical, repair, and operations (MRO) materials, ensuring efficient inventory control, logistics, and material flow. Working closely with the maintenance department, this position ensures timely procurement and availability of critical parts to support operational efficiency. Additionally, the role provides leadership, oversight, and guidance to a team responsible for processing orders, receiving goods and services, and maintaining accurate inventory records. This position requires strong collaboration and communication with plant management and vendors to deliver high-quality service and align with the organization's business objectives.

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30 countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh® pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our renewable gas projects on our farms creating renewable energy. Owned by Seaboard Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, and nominated as one of the “Best Places to Work” by Kansas City's Business Journal, we have a dynamic culture where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with vendors, internal teams, and management to coordinate purchases, monitor project progress, and ensure timely delivery of parts and materials. Work closely with Accounts Payable to verify and process invoices efficiently.
• Oversee the requisition and purchase order process for goods and services. Maintain accurate inventory levels by leveraging best practices in inventory management, including setting and adjusting reorder points (ROP) and reorder quantities (ROQ).
• Generate, analyze, and interpret open PO reports, goods received reports, and inventory records to optimize purchasing and stocking decisions. Use statistical data to establish departmental objectives and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and enforce procedures for managing defective or damaged materials, including root cause analysis and cost accountability assessments.
• Assess workflow efficiency, material flow, and functional processes to drive continuous improvement and maximize productivity.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a high-performance team within the parts department. Provide coaching on best practices in purchasing and inventory management while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Partner with leadership, operations, and suppliers to identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards in all purchasing and inventory related activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action

oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

Plans and Aligns

Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational needs

Decision Quality

Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward

Manages Conflict

Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

Directs Work

Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: The details listed below are the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

• College degree in engineering or supply with purchasing/inventory control management and the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Strong analytic and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work well within a team and interact daily with all company workforce levels.
• Extensive experience using computers and other related tools, including applicable software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and all standard programs used in an industrial food processing facility; SAP or JDE preferred.
• Ability to be certified to operate a powered industrial truck and any other safety certifications required for the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Primarily, it is a production floor environment with some office time.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in outside weather conditions, and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment (production floor) always requires hearing protection.
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/working-at-seaboard-foods/benefits/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as disabled individuals, or any other status protected by law.