Product Rework Coordinator

Employment Type: Hourly
Shift: First
Work Arrangement:  Onsite 

Position Summary:

Coordinates and monitors all rework inventory activities for totes and for finished goods. Coordinates Processing rework, re-labeling and re-boxing of product from beginning to end, in an effort to meet customer expectations and for loss control purposes.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Rework, Rebox and Re-label process according to schedule. Coordinate communication and activities between Quality Assurance, Scheduling and Production to ensure rework is prepared for use, available and delivered on a daily basis, working to rework, totes, re-box or re-label an item in lieu of producing.
• Ensure Quality Hold areas are organized and managed to reduce damage to inventory and expedite the process of moving unshippable product into useable inventory. Manage drum & Tote file working to reduce this inventory.
• Work closely with the Branch Transfer Coordinator regarding the transferred items and items at 3PL's, with Inventory Control Techs regarding inventory variances and transfers between plant and 3PLs.
• Utilize the systems to obtain information as well as prepare reports, to ensure accurate information on all cases labeled/re-boxed. Monitor/verify transactions in AS400 on work completed on a daily basis for inventory control accuracy.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure accuracy of re-labeled and re-boxed items.
• Monitor and/or Initiate disposition of rework inventory that is expired and/or will not be used.
• Communicate via daily reports in Word, Excel, etc. to key Management personnel on accomplished goals and tasks.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience. 
• Must have excellent math and written English skills. 

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate, influence and coordinate activities between departments and different levels within the plant.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow detailed instructions regarding repackaging of finished product. 
• Excellent English and Math skills a must.
• Computer experience required. AS400, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Must have the ability to operate a forklift.

Why Join Us:
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you’re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.

Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:​

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees​
• Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)​
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays​
• Employee Appreciation Events​ and Employee Assistance Programs

Physical Demands:
All jobs require sufficient physical strength and dexterity to perform the required task(s) and typically also require at a minimum: intermittent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds or more with assistance may also be required. Please see the job description for specific requirements.

Work Environment:
Please see the job description for specific requirements of the position for which you are applying.

Typical shifts are 8-12 hours per day. Additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends may also be required. Employees must be willing and able to wear personal protective equipment as required by Company policy and/or legal requirements. In addition, certain jobs may require employees to:

• Work outside and/or in adverse temperatures which could include extreme heat, cold, and humidity;
• Be exposed to vibrations, chemicals used in operations, fumes and food allergens (may include soy, dairy and other allergens); and
• Be required to work in confined and dark spaces, and at heights in excess of 18 feet.

Our Culture
Our Culture reflects our commitment to treating every employee with respect and creating an environment where people can do their best work. We rely on a variety of strengths, backgrounds, and experiences across our teams to help us innovate, grow, and deliver for our customers. By fostering a workplace that is supportive, collaborative, and grounded in integrity, we continue to attract strong talent and meet the high expectations of a rapidly evolving marketplace.

Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.