Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc. is a high-precision, value added processor of Stainless Steels, Nickel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Cobalt Alloys, Niobium, Tantalum, Nitinol for a wide range of difficult-to-manufacture, niche-market applications such as aerospace jet engine seals, nuclear reactor fuel cages, heart pacemaker containers, PV ribbon, computer chip substrate, chemical processing tower components, automotive airbag burst disks, automotive oxygen sensors, medical catheters, and cell phone key pads.

Ulbrich was established in 1924 and is privately held. It has 9 wholly owned subsidiaries located in the US, Mexico, Canada, and Austria that employ over 700 people worldwide. Ulbrich of Illinois (UOI), located in Alsip, IL, services customers primarily in the Midwest and Southern United States. Strip coils is our focus and shipping a wide range makes UOI unique.  From very light to heavy gauge and very narrow to wide width, it is all available at this one stop shop in the heart of the Midwest. Come grow with us and be part of our promising future!

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION:

Under general direction from the Supply Chain Manager, perform several duties related to purchasing, supplier management, inventory maintenance, and report management.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(The essential duties and responsibilities listed below are not all encompassing.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned consistent with business requirements.)

• Prepare PO documents and transmit to vendor;
• Review Purchase Order Acknowledgements and Update Schedules in Axiom
• Expedite Purchase Orders as necessary
• Manage outside processing;
• Work with technical and quality groups to resolve supplier discrepancies
• Review and update tag information for layout and certification;
• Occasional travel to vendors and toll processors to develop interpersonal relationships;
• Maintain supplier verification procedures;
• Review and approve invoices;
• Maintain Axiom data (PRPN, Adding P-Parts, etc.);
• Participation and leadership in Lean Culture, safety, and A3 Teams;
• Ensure the receipt of complete, accurate and legible steel certifications from the vendor at the time of shipment;
• Maintain approved vendor records, on-time performance records, purchasing manual, and packaging specs with direction from Quality and Materials Managers;
• Perform metric conversions on vendor documentation when required;
• Perform heat input duties and tag test results to enhance Purchasing, Quality and Receiving functions;
• Support for Supply Chain Manager responsibilities when required;
• Maintain Purchasing Board with accurate supplier lead-times and additional information as instructed;
• Regular attendance at work is required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma, GED or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 2 years previous experience within a diversified administrative support function requiring strong attention to detail and good basic math skills
• Proficiency in the use and application of Microsoft Office suite, particularly spreadsheets
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability seek out accurate information or obtain clarification in a high volume environment
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment depending upon the task
• Desire to understand our product at a technical level and to understand how the Materials Department interacts with all the other departments at Ulbrich of Illinois
• Regular attendance is an essential requirement for this position

Ulbrich offers competitive wages, benefits and a friendly, safety focused work environment. Rewarding career opportunities in a world-class business environment where employees are committed to lean thinking and continuous improvement. At Ulbrich, We Deliver Precision® thanks to our highly-skilled and dedicated workforce.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Ulbrich is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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