Parts Clerk

Parts Clerk

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us! 1st shift available.

The Parts Clerk compiles information and records to draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promotes safety and conducts him/herself in accordance with all safety guidelines at all times.
• Prepares purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests.
• Determines if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs, ordering more materials when necessary.
• Responds to customer and supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
• Performs buying duties when necessary.
• Contacts suppliers in order to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems.
• Reviews requisition orders in order to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
• Prepares, maintains, and reviews purchasing files, reports and price lists.
• Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
• Tracks the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Calculates costs of orders, and charges or forwards invoices to appropriate accounts.
• Maintains inventory for all parts.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to physically perform the functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
• Must possess visual acuity to document company records
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years industry experience (preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge or repair experience
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English
• Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Work well in a team environment and have strong communication skills
• Ability to work extended hours while standing
• Good job performance and attendance records