The KMW Difference: We combine innovative engineering, modern manufacturing technology, and expert craftsmen to have all the right ingredients for building great front-end loaders and backhoes. That’s why we have a 30-year track record of success and are continuing to grow at a rapid pace.
We are looking for high energy and highly motivated individuals who take pride in their work. To advance in your career and compensation level we will cross-train you in multiple assembly positions. If this sounds like you…. We invite you to apply and come grow with KMW located in beautiful Sterling, KS.
Summary
Compiles and maintains material and parts inventory and status information to expedite movement of material and parts between production areas. Coordinates production scheduling activities with multiple departments to ensure efficient workflow and on-time delivery to customers. Also, will work where needed in the Assembly department.
Core Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Material Expeditor II
1. Reads production schedules, inventory reports, and work orders to determine type and quantity of materials required, availability of stock, and order priority.
2. Confers with department supervisors to determine overdue material and parts and to inform supervisors of material status.
3. Locates and distributes materials to specified production areas.
4. Records and maintains perpetual inventory of quantity and type of materials and parts received, stocked, and distributed.
5. Compiles and maintains records such as material inventory records, production records, and timecards.
6. Examines material received, verifies part numbers, and checks discrepancies such as damaged or unmarked parts.
7. Compares work ticket specifications to material used at workstations to verify appropriate assignment.
8. Performs duties of Shipper and Receiver.
Scheduler
9. Works with Production Planner to coordinate activities and align production priorities.
10. Reviews open sales orders to determine customer requirements and schedules to meet customer due dates.
11. Coordinates with Purchasing on delivery of materials and parts to expedite flow of material to meet production schedule.
12. Identifies any parts needed from Purchasing, the Great Bend facility, Lyons facility, and Weld Department at least 72 hours ahead of need and communicates that need to facility operators.
13. Utilizes ERP system to manually and auto-generate manufacturing work orders.
14. Releases manufacturing work orders to Shipping for kit picking.
15. Creates and releases work orders for Production including Schedule Masters.
16. Coordinates between Inventory and Purchasing on material shortages.
17. Acts as a liaison between Production Scheduling, Inventory, Purchasing, and Supervisors.
18. Notifies Sales of any schedule impacts to customers.
19. Coordinates/expedites manufacturing builds to ensure schedules are achieved.
20. Completes status reports, such as production progress, customer information, and materials inventory.
21. Coordinates Production Flow and promptly addresses and resolves production issues.
22. Distributes work orders to departments, denoting number, type, and proposed completion date of units to be produced.
23. Creates, tracks, and maintains work orders for Maintenance.
24. Creates schedule master’s in Excel for work orders.
Assembly Duties
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Gathers parts required to be painted.
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Inspects parts for paint quality and removes from paint line conveyor.
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Assembles and boxes mount kits and subassemblies.
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Assembles main products, using hand tools and overhead hoists.
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Test or assist in testing operation of completed product.
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Crates products.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three years related experience in manufacturing, materials management, or production scheduling and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write clear correspondence and reports. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees across all levels of the organization.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and other data visualizations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving multiple concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to prioritize competing demands and make sound decisions under pressure.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual will be required to use a computer and Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word). Advanced level of knowledge and use of MS Excel required. Learning and proficiency in EVO-ERP database software (Inventory and Manufacturing modules) is required.
Production and Process Knowledge
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Sound knowledge of MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and JIT (Just-In-Time) methodologies. In-depth knowledge of ERP or MRP software preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
A valid Kansas driver's license and forklift training certification required.
Other Skills and Abilities
Safety training required. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadline
Physical Demands
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
