Buyer: 1st Shift

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. • Milwaukee, WI • 20h ago

Buyer

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift

Pay Range (based on experience and qualifications): $65,000 - $85,000 per year.

Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an independent, privately held company dedicated to excellence in the development and manufacture of advanced coatings. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and service has earned us recognition as a trusted partner and technology leader in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With nearly a century of experience, we've mastered the art of custom-engineering coatings to meet the unique and demanding requirements of our customers. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the-art facilities, where talented teams collaborate to solve complex challenges and deliver cutting-edge solutions.

Position Summary

The Buyer is responsible for the process of buying materials, parts, supplies, and equipment in a timely and cost-effective way while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Source, negotiate and coordinate potential and approved suppliers and all related procurement activities with responsibility for results in terms of costs, methods, supplier performance.

Monitor MRP procurement systems and provide purchasing support for site operations to meet schedules and business objectives.

Order placement and confirmation of order acceptance.

Order expediting where needed.

Resolve supplier issues, disposition returns to vendor and oversee claims to and/or from suppliers and the company.

Maintain vendor master maintenance process as required within the department.

Ensure Quality programs exist at all major suppliers.

Address Quality issues with suppliers to ensure quality meets or exceeds quality requirements and corrective action is implemented immediately upon notification of any failure.

Ensure that SOPs and protocols are maintained and applied and participate in the successful execution of department strategies and policies.

Report all initiatives to supervisor and provide status updates on a regular basis.

Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.

Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

Education level strongly preferred: associate degree or bachelor's degree in business, operations management, supply chain or equivalent.

Experience: One year or more in the Chemical Manufacturing industry is preferred but not required.

Skills and Abilities

Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP system and other office machinery.

Exemplify core values, i.e., Integrity, Loyalty, Passion, Commitment, and Respect.

Ability to receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.

Ability to be organized in a fast-paced environment.

Superb written and verbal communication skills.

Works well in a team environment and contributes to group goals.

Excellent team building and communications skills.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Must be able to safely and frequently ascend and descend staircases as part of daily activities.

Must be willing to shave facial hair as needed to ensure a proper seal for respiratory protection in accordance with the company's Respiratory Protection Program.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently.

Must be able to remain on their feet for up to eight hours during shifts in active work environments.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in production areas.

Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package.

Generous PTO policy

401(k) Employer Match: We match employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.

Profit Sharing: Discretionary annual contribution based on company performance.

Employee referral bonus program

Monthly employee food trucks

...and much more!

At Hentzen, you'll find more than a job-you'll discover an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact. If you're ready to join a company known for its heritage of innovation and dedication to its people, we invite you to explore a rewarding career with us.

Please send your resume to:

Hentzen Coatings, Inc.

Attn: Human Resources

6937 W. Mill Road

Milwaukee, WI 53218

APPLY ONLINE AT:

Hentzen Career Center

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

www.hentzen.com

All candidates are subject to post-offer testing: including a job-related pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.

1st Shift

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