Job ID: 465840

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package, and opportunities for your continued growth and development!

Summary:

Oversees and maintains the storeroom with an adequate amount of supplies and materials needed for use in the

production process. Performs inventory control activities regarding these materials. Uses independent

judgment in performing job. Works from general policies and objectives. Refers to Administrative Manager when

clarification or interpretation of organizational policy is needed.

What you’ll be contributing:

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  Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.

• Utilizes computer system to perform the following duties:

• Enters information on new stock items as needed.

• Enters adjustments and returns to stock as needed.

• Process daily issues from Stores inventory.

• Maintain current computer records

• Cross reference item records to Equipment data files.

• Update vendor information, ie.. costs and OEM's.

• Monitors supply of storeroom items and prepares requisitions for replenishing the supplies as needed.

• Maintains an understanding of parts and supplies required for plant production and maintenance needs.

• Confers with department managers regarding the importance and/or priority of maintaining specified levels of supplies.

• Contacts vendors to reconcile overages/shortages in shipments.

• Coordinates with vendors to maintain both electrical and mechanical shop stock.

• Conducts physical inventory (includes off-site inventory), as needed.

• Participates and/or conducts safety meetings and inspects storeroom for safety regulation compliance.

• Maintains all warehouse, ie.. housekeeping, storage locations, dead stock termination.

• Together with purchasing agent, maintains automated stock re-order system to ensure adequate stocking levels.

• Prepares Return Material Authorization shipments to vendor repair facilities.

• Distributes maintenance literature and other pertinent information to plant personnel using the equipment or supplies purchased.

• Assists other plant personnel by preparing storeroom requisitions and helping to find parts and other supplies.

• Provides vacation relief for Purchasing Agent.

• Participates in annual physical inventory activities as requested.

• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

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  Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.

• Associate's Degree

• Two years of college or equivalent combination of education and experience with strong Mechanical knowledge Required

• 2 years of experience in general business, accounting or inventory control in a similar or related position Required

• Proficient in English written and verbal

• Communication skills Required

• Ability to lead/manage others Required

• Knowledge of general accounting principles, especially those pertaining to inventory control.

• Working knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures Required

• Ability to climb ladders and to operate equipment such as a 2-wheel dolly, calculator and other general office equipment.

• Ability to lift 50 - 70 pounds while stocking storeroom or distributing supplies to other areas of the plant Required

• Skill in using computers to access and input data, such as in data base and spreadsheet applications Required

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

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  Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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