Job description

This position will coordinate, release and manage raw materials, outside process, and internal parts to meet the production and shipment schedule in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand lead times and manufacturing capacities so that material is available to meet production and shipment requirements
• Ability to create accurate manufacturing routers
• Work with engineering bill of material and product specifications to determine material needs and lead times
• Make sure that material requirements and shortages are fulfilled to meet production and shipment requirements
• Reschedule and/or communicate with sales, production and engineering departments regarding design changes and material shortages, backlogs and other potential schedule interruptions
• Analyze available capacity vs. planned production schedule and implement appropriate changes required to meet set schedule
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels in accordance with the department goals and objectives.
• Gather and analyse information to prepare status reports on project
• Work on process improvement projects company wide
• Exercises a good working knowledge of materials and sources of supply to help with making planning decisions- long lead items, and OE suppliers
• Performs analysis & recommend changes within organization and department to avoid future bottlenecks
• Be able to communicate across departments in regards to delays in material

Desired Skills or Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Distribution or Supply Chain Management OR
• 3-5 years of related experience
• Having a degree is a plus not a requirement. Experience is more important.
• Able to learn product cycle from start to finish for successful completion of projects
• Understands manufacturing processes and be mechanically inclined
• Ability to read machining drawing a must
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other software applications
• Must be able to interact and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Should be independent, self-starter and require minimal supervision
• Adapt to constantly changing work environment
• Must have strong organizational skills
• Must be able to pay attention to detail
• Must be able to multi taskDesired Skills and Expertise

About American Block
American Block Manufacturing Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacturing of oilfield and marine equipment. Based in Houston, Texas since 1979 we have been providing these industries with high quality products. Some of our products include sheaves, drilling block, rotary tables, swivels, mud pumps, fairleads, high pressure unions and pressure gauges. We also repair drilling equipment.

We are firmly dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services for today's oilfield industry. We are constantly striving to improve designs, streamline manufacturing processes, and reduce costs so that we can better serve our customers. Whether it is a special design or delivery requirement, we strive to satisfy the customer's needs. We believe customer satisfaction is at the core of our business

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX 77086: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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