Material Control Manager at Vallourec in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Duties include but are not limited to:

Ownership

• The Safety and Morale of the Assigned Workforce and Others while in the Pipe Yard


• The Safe and Professional Appearance and Condition of the Pipe Yard & Equipment


• The Accuracy and Security of the Inventory and Associated Documentation / Systems

• Business Results / Performance




• Lead the Logistics System / Team to Optimize:




• Safe Traffic Patterns and Time-on-Site


• Guarantee First Time Right Quality for the Customer


• The Safety of the General Public


• Budget Compliance






• Teamwork / Collaboration




• Work Closely with the NA Logistics Team to Develop Routines and Solutions


• Two Way Communication with the Workforce to Deliver Information and to Listen to Concerns / Ideas


• Assist Freight Carriers to Comply with Vallourec Standards


• Deliver Exceptional Customer Service to the Production Departments


• Support the Logistics Manager with Assignments




• Develop People / Team




• To be Risk Aware and Risk Intolerant


• To Offer Excellent Customer Service


• To be Effective the First Time




• Department Standards and Organization




• To be Problem Solvers




• Challenge the Status Quo




• Perform Risk Assessments and Reduces Risk with Engineered Solutions


• Organize and Lead a Continuous Improvement Culture


• Develops and Execute a Strategic Plan that Focuses on Safety, Quality and Cost Control




• Document quantity, quality, type, weight, test result data, and value of materials or products, to maintain shipping, receiving, and production records and files.


• Count or estimate quantities of materials, parts, or products received or shipped.


• Collect or prepare measurement, weight, or identification labels; and attach them to products.


• Weigh or measure materials, equipment, or products to maintain relevant records.


• Compare product labels, tags or tickets, shipping manifests, purchase orders and bills of lading to verify accuracy of shipment contents, quality specifications, and /or weights.


• Examine products or materials, parts, subassemblies, and packaging for damage, defects, or shortages, using specification sheets, gauges, and standards charts.


• Collect product samples and prepare them for laboratory analysis or testing.


• Communicate with customers and vendors to exchange information regarding products, materials, and services.


• Signal or instruct other workers to weigh, move, or check products.


• Remove from stock products or loads not meeting quality standards and notify supervisors or appropriate departments of discrepancies or shortages.


• Sort products or materials into predetermined sequences or groupings for display, packing, shipping, or storage. 


• Fill orders for products and samples, following order tickets, and forward or mail items.


• Must follow all company policies, practices, and regulations to include Safety and Quality.


• Any other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

• Associate's degree in related field or a similar business concentration


• Minimum of five years' experience in inventory control and shipping & receiving functions


• Minimum two years' supervisory experience in a related field


• Ability to read, write and speak well in English, Spanish and French a plus


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)


• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably SAP


• Possess strong analytical, interpersonal supervisory skills


• Ability to understand and execute instructions through strong organizational skills


• Must possess valid driver's License


• Must be able to operate all yard equipment

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