Production Coordinator Elastomers - Kuraray America

Title: Production Coordinator

Location: Pasadena, TX

Who we are:

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 31 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Why Kuraray:

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.

Position summary:

The Production Coordinator is responsible for purchasing, managing, and coordinating the flow of raw materials and monitoring the final product throughout the production process from start to finish. This role acts as a key liaison between production and the product manager while also serving as the document control administrator and overseeing ISO 9001. The coordinator will manage document flow, create and maintain procedures, format documents using Microsoft Office and SharePoint, and collaborate with Engineers, Operations, Maintenance, and EH&S to ensure all documentation is current.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in daily staff meetings to address concerns and suggest improvements.
• Schedule production activities, manage process orders, track material movements in SAP, reconcile inventory, and monitor yields.
• Plan and procure raw materials and packaging supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels.
• Oversee production inventory using Excel and SAP.
• Purchase production, safety, and QC supplies.
• Receive materials, supplies, and packages into the facility.
• Coordinate material movements by working with suppliers and managing production schedule changes.
• Communicate with operations during off-hours to address shipment updates.
• Audit production areas to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Complete "End of Month" production tasks for accurate reporting to accounting.
• Manage document control in SharePoint, including creating, updating, and uploading files.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001
• Report the Quality Management System's status to site leadership.
• Perform administrative tasks such as ordering office supplies, managing mail, and coordinating meeting lunches.
• Support operations and administrative teams as needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Production Manager.
• Participate in EOC(Emergency Operations Center) for all emergencies at the site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED, with knowledge of Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Management, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and SAP.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, creative thinking, consulting, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.
• A valid driver's license is required.

Competencies:

• Customer Focus
  • Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Business Insight
  • Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
• Cultivates Innovation
  • Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

• Action Oriented
  • Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability
  • Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results
  • Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance
• Collaborates
  • Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Values Difference
  • Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively
  • Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage
  • Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Instills Trust
  • Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Situational Adaptability
  • Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.

Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Please apply online at: http://www.kuraray.us.com/careers/

Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer AA M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

No third-party candidates accepted.