Specialist, Maintenance MRO - 1st Shift - St. Louis, MO

Specialist, Maintenance MRO

Location: St. Louis, MO

On-Site

A great maintenance, repair, and operations specialist that places safety first. The MRO Specialist is well versed in mechanical and electrical maintenance with knowledge of troubleshooting of spare parts inventory, investigating breakdown repair parts needed and can work as a team player with different sets of skills.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities:

Ensure inventory accuracy rates of 98% or above through completion of the daily cycle count program including physical counts, data entry, and reporting. Develop Inventory database in CMMS (E-Maintenance) and maintain the CMMS (E-Maintenance) database to ensure all parts are in inventory with the proper quantities.
Manage the technical and analytical oversight of the site’s spare parts program and MRO system, focusing on improving processes and ensuring operational efficiency and provide regular updates on spare parts management, including customer feedback and performance analysis. Work with the Engineering and Maintenance Lead to evaluate which spare parts to maintain in inventory based on the critical equipment assessment.
Support the tracking and documentation of financial costs and KPIs (such as cycle count accuracy, inventory turns, stock-outs, and inventory value) related to the storeroom spare parts vendor.
Investigate and resolve issues related to spare parts availability, aiming to improve inventory accuracy and reduce downtime. Analyse spare parts usage data to assist in creating solutions that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of spare parts management.
Track spare parts consumption and work with vendors to ensure timely replenishment to meet operational needs. Assist in managing processes for handling parts obsolescence by updating and cleaning up data for non-critical spares, obsolete components, and long-lead time items.
Work with the Maintenance Lead/Planner on gathering quotes for all parts needed to repair equipment. When parts arrive, inspect them, receive in, label them, and place them properly into stock. Support Maintenance Technicians with emergency equipment breakdown repairs. Manage purchase orders for maintenance, building utilities and equipment certifications including annual purchase orders.

We bring:

A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things.

You bring:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or 5-10 years in maintenance is preferred.
Alternatively, an associate degree or certificate in a relevant field with significant experience in Maintenance, Repair and Operations or inventory management may be considered.
Certification in inventory management, procurement, or supply chain management is a plus.

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

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About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com

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