Outside Service Representative

Athena Manufacturing, LP is a career-minded company that cares about our employees and their success. We invest in all employees by providing the training and skills they need to not only be successful in their occupation but also the opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Overview:TheOutside Service Representativewillcoordinate and manage external services by subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective processing of parts for production and customer delivery. Key Responsibilities:(include but not limited to):Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following: • Generate purchase orders for outside services. • Obtain and evaluate quotes for services from vendors. • Maintain continuous efforts to deliver cost savings and improve service quality. • Coordinate and monitor lead times with outside vendors to ensure on-time performance. • Communicate issues pertaining to part processing with relevant internal departments. • Collaborate with the Quality department and suppliers to resolve RMA/Quality issues. • Participate in vendor performance reviews and communicate results to vendors. • Develop and maintain a qualified vendor base to support current operations and future growth. • Serve as a liaison with customers on outside service-related matters, as needed. • Partner with the OS Packer and Shipping departments to ensure timely pickups and deliveries. • Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives, as assigned. • Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and operational policies and procedures. • Actively participate in 2 Second Lean (2SL) by identifying and implementing small daily improvements that reduce waste and improve workflow. • Other duties may be assigned by leadership. Qualifications:Minimum Preferred Qualifications, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following: • High school diploma or equivalent • Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in purchasing, logistics, vendor coordination, or a related field. • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered (1 year of relevant experience may substitute for 1 year of education, up to 4 years). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Essential physical requirements pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, include and are not limited to the following: • Strength (Light)- Exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of Sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. • Movement- climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling • Auditory- talking and hearing • Vision-near acuity, far acuity, depth perception • Environmental conditions and physical surroundings-noise, vibration, atmospheric conditions PREFERRED TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY: • Personal computers • Comfortable with Technology, open to learning/coachable • Microsoft Office • SQL Reports • Micro Estimating Software • Warehouse and Inventory Management Systems (M2M and SFM) REQUIRED WORK CLOTHING AND PPE:Attire should not interfere with job performance or safety. • Safety glasses are provided by Athena • Closed toe safety shoes are required Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Schedule: • Day shift Work Location: In person