Paint Inventory/Production Coordinator

Description Maintain accurate counts of all paint products, from liquid coatings to powdered coatings, using our inventory system. Receive, inspect, log and process documentation for all incoming shipments - verifying color codes, batch numbers, color/gloss verification against master color panel using visual and color measuring equipment, expiration dates and receiving paperwork. Organize and label paint stock for easy access, ensuring product is properly stored to maintain quality and accessibility Track usage and reorder levels, generating purchase requests before supplies run low. Collaborate with production teams to prepare paint orders for upcoming jobs as well as accurately reporting usage. Conduct regular cycle counts (daily/monthly) and reconcile discrepancies with purchasing/accounting teams Make determinations for disposition of aged/expired paints Maintain and provide current color samples for production line QC Archive all production and quality documents for reference Maintain color samples for all customers and colors to include the following: Color samples to be matched, Color samples supplied by vendors, Color samples approved by customers, Tracking of color matching for all customer samples, Coordinating color matches with Sales Ordering and submitting color samples to customers and/or Inside/Outside Sales Following new orders that are input, daily, to plan for upcoming paint needs, operating within the lead time for each order to ensure on-time delivery to our customer, while accounting for all current orders in process Work with paint vendors to determine paint purchase quantities for best pricing available and maintaining - stocked colors as deemed appropriate Initially, submitting paint needs to Purchasing for processing, but will eventually plan to handle this function as well Track all paint shipments and deliveries to insure on-time performance and eliminate production delays Archiving all paint-related documents for every color and specification - Technical Data Sheets, Product Data Sheets, etc. Working on the shop floor to do inventories, verification and follow up as needed Maintain "Color Presentation" area in Paint Lab for customer viewing Order and maintain operating supplies for Paint Departments Submit environmental reporting data to proper EHS contacts Assist with various departmental activities, when requested by Supervisor Typically, 6 AM to 3 PM workday, Monday through Friday Follow all safety protocols for handling and storing paint and related materials What You'll Bring Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or materials management - paint or coatings experience a big plus. Strong attention to detail and accuracy, especially when working with product codes, batch numbers and usage quantities. Familiarity with inventory software (e.g., EPICS, or similar) and basic Excel skills (the stronger, the better). Ability to lift and move paint containers (up to 50 lbs) and work in a warehouse environment. A proactive mindset - spotting potential shortages or issues before they become problems. Commitment to safety and proper handling of chemical products. Operating, or the ability to learn to operate, the following: Color measurement equipment Gloss measurement equipment Paint storage and handling equipment (Vertical Lift Machine, etc.) Knowledge, or the ability to learn, color and gloss measuring theory and nomenclature Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with Customers, Sales, Suppliers and other departments - in-person as well as by phone, text and email. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tower Extrusions Ltd.