Legacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for a Materials Manager role in Firebaugh. Our client is a well-established industry leader known for innovation and a commitment to delivering the highest quality products. With a focus on continuous improvement, they pride themselves on maintaining excellence at every stage of their manufacturing process.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage non-finished goods inventory operations, including Ingredients, Packaging, Dunnage, Chemicals, and Consumables.
Maintain lot traceability and chain of custody for all Ingredients.
Manage non-conforming base material and base material selection for Reman production.
Develop and maintain inventory control processes to minimize obsolete materials and on-hand inventory levels.
Incorporate FIFO methodology across all ingredients and packaging to ensure high-quality finished products, meeting budgetary and contractual agreements.
Manage timely receipt of ingredients, packaging, supplies, and raw materials, ensuring accuracy of receipts and proper storage.
Ensure proper documentation for all incoming deliveries, ensuring they are accounted for and recorded.
Maintain accurate inventories and perform frequent audits to confirm PeopleSoft (ERP) quantities match physical inventory.
Audit and balance non-finished goods inventory transactions to complete production.
Monitor inventory adjustments and cycle counts, maintaining metrics to track inventory performance and meet KPIs.
Provide training and guidance to staff using various methods, tools, equipment, and technology to ensure accuracy in inventory control processes.
Implement and manage MRP/Replenishment Program.
Maintain orderly operations, systems, and processes within the Materials Department.
Investigate significant variances, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with production, purchasing, quality assurance, accounting, warehouse, and supply chain teams to develop continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop staff, establish training programs, and set KPIs to measure performance.
Develop and manage continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve product quality.
Create ROI and cost-benefit analyses for initiatives and expenditures to improve processes.
Participate in cross-functional teams for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Perform duties in accordance with human resources, safety, and environmental policies, procedures, and processes.
Promote and drive a safe work environment.
Support compliance with all programs, policies, and procedures in the Food Safety and Quality Management System.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or Materials Management; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
3 years’ experience in manufacturing, including 2 years in food processing manufacturing, inventory management, and MRP Systems or replenishment experience.
2 years’ supervisory experience, preferably in a union environment.
Thorough knowledge of warehousing, inventory (FIFO), and ingredients management.
Working knowledge of inventory control and management strategies.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective administrative procedures.
Demonstrated supervisory skills.
Proficient in inventory unit of measure conversions and mathematical functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).
Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English; bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills, working collaboratively with peers to achieve results.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
Ability to learn and operate inventory, materials, and operational software, including technical equipment.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills to process large datasets and solve complex problems.
Ability to prioritize, make decisions under pressure, and follow established policies and procedures.
Experience in SAP, ISO900X, Six Sigma, QOS, QS9000, or other Quality Systems is desirable but not required.
Or, any combination of training, experience, and education that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities.
Work Environment:
Plant manufacturing and office environment with potential exposure to extreme temperatures, water, noise, and chemicals.
Extended work schedule seasonally, generally July through early October.
Seasonal hot weather and associated humidity.
Exposure to chlorine odors from regular cleanup.
Fumes from shuttle trucks and constant diesel truck traffic.
Regular exposure to wet/humid conditions and moving mechanical parts.
Frequent exposure to high places and airborne particles from sanitation materials.
Moderate noise level, requiring hearing protection.
Constant forklift, shuttle, and tomato truck traffic (Diesel Truck).
What We Offer:
Competitive salary.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
The chance to contribute to a company that values sustainability, health, and community.
At Legacy Talent Search, we are more than just a staffing agency. We are dedicated to supporting the growth of the American economy and way of life, one job at a time. With a focus on rebranding the staffing industry, we work tirelessly to show how a specialized recruiting team can drive productivity. Our legacy is built on people and community—how we help others is how we leave our mark.
Join us today and discover how we #recruitdifferently.
Legacy Talent Search is an equal opportunity employer.
