Maintenance Procurement Clerk

COMPANY VISION AND STRATEGY SUMMARY

Valley Milk, LLC is a state-of-the-art 24/7/365 powdered milk ingredient processing facility on a 30-acre site in Turlock, CA. The plant is designed for and has capacity to process 2.5 MM pounds of raw milk per day. The company is owned by a highly successful group of dairy farmers and related dairy professionals.

Our mission is to be a world class dairy ingredient processor and marketer of premium milk powders with emphasis on quality, food safety, and profitability. Valley Milk sources 100% of its raw milk requirements from designated dairies owned and operated by the founding families, from over 34,000 cows within a 45-mile radius of our plant location.

The Maintenance Procurement Clerk provides administrative support for the Maintenance Team.

Job Duties

• Procurement Management:
• Identify and source suppliers for maintenance parts, tools, and equipment.
• Obtain and evaluate quotes from suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and quality.
• Place purchase orders for maintenance supplies and track order fulfillment.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve any issues related to deliveries or product quality.
• Inventory Control:
• Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels of maintenance supplies.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and update records to reflect current stock.
• Reorder supplies as necessary to prevent shortages and disruptions in maintenance operations.
• Record Keeping and Documentation:
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement transactions, including purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Ensure documentation complies with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit reports on procurement activities, inventory levels, and cost analysis.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with maintenance technicians and managers to understand their supply needs.
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of ordered items.
• Address and resolve any issues or discrepancies related to procurement and inventory.
• Cost Management:
• Assist in monitoring and controlling procurement costs to stay within budget.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements in the procurement process.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensure that all procurement practices adhere to food safety standards and industry regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements related to maintenance supplies in a food manufacturing environment.

Competencies:

• Collaboration Skills
• Communication Proficiency
• Detail Oriented
• Learning Orientation
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Teamwork Orientation
• Technical Capacity