Buyer

Now hiring for a Buyer (Direct Hire)

Location: Putnam, CT

Pay: $60,000.00 per year

Schedule: 1st Shift | 6:50 AM - 3:00 PM


Join a growing manufacturing company in Putnam, CT as a Buyer. This direct hire opportunity is ideal for candidates with purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience who are looking to expand their knowledge and build a long-term career in manufacturing. Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Purchasing, or related field preferred

Experience Requirements

• 2-3 years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related experience
• Experience creating and managing purchase orders
• ERP/MRP system experience preferred
• SyteLine experience is a plus
• Manufacturing experience preferred; plastics industry experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general business software

Job Duties

• Purchase raw materials, components, and supplies to support manufacturing operations
• Create, maintain, and track purchase orders
• Monitor inventory levels, material requirements, and delivery schedules
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, availability, and deliveries
• Follow up on open orders and resolve shortages or delivery delays
• Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, and purchasing records
• Collaborate with production, planning, inventory, quality, and other internal departments
• Assist with supplier sourcing and evaluation activities
• Review pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Ensure materials are available to support efficient production schedules
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems for purchasing and material planning functions

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift materials, components, or finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate around production equipment and moving machinery.
• Ability to maintain productivity while working in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

"Nice company to work for, you will gain a lot of knowledge working for this company. The staff is friendly, and they seem to care about your needs for steady work." - Staffmark Production Worker

What You Will Do


As a Buyer you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The Buyer supports successful manufacturing operations through dependable production work, quality awareness, and teamwork. This role requires strong work habits, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining safe manufacturing environments.


Successful Buyer candidates understand manufacturing procedures, production quality, and workplace expectations while maintaining productivity throughout every shift.


This career is well suited for individuals who enjoy active manufacturing work.