Materials Inventory Technician
Akron, OH, US, 44310
LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.
Come Join an Inclusive Team
This position is responsible for the administrative support for the maintenance department. Responsibilities include maintaining the spare parts inventory, purchasing and receiving maintenance parts and supplies, maintaining the parts storeroom, and monitoring, maintaining, and stocking the site tool room. The position also helps maintain records in the computerized maintenance management software (SAP) system, written departmental records, and assists in activities of parts staging and kitting for maintenance job planning. #LI-ZO1
A Day in the Life
- Comply with all company Safety and Quality systems and contribute to maintaining positive trends in department metrics through continuous improvement activities.
- Maintain spare parts inventory including security, receipts, storage of physical inventories of spare parts and housekeeping of the storeroom.
- Complete and report on periodic cycle counts per corporate requirements.
- Research alternative suppliers and purchase spare parts for repairs/supplies.
- Maintain departmental work order system using computerized maintenance management software (SAP).
- Perform as liaison for regularly scheduled outside vendors/services.
- Assist with planning of jobs through parts procurement, kitting, and staging
- Monitor and report on material purchase requisition and Auto PO Processes in SAP and help to resolve discrepancies
- Accountable for personal safety, the safety of co-workers and promoting a safe work environment; responsible for carrying out all work activities in compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.
You Bring This Value
Working knowledge of daily maintenance activities, computerized maintenance management software systems, purchasing policies and functions, and administration of vendor contracts. Incumbent must represent the department in a professional manner, and demonstrate good written, verbal, and computer communication skills.
- Ability to identify industrial maintenance parts and components
- Ability to read manuals and technical drawings
- Understanding maintenance inventory management
- Understanding to determine min and max inventory levels
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and Outlook
- Ability to research replacement parts or equivalent
- Identify obsolete or hard to find components
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Ability to lift 50 pounds on an intermittent basis.
- Must be able to tolerate working environment with inside ambient temperatures, including excessive heat and cold.
- Requires (Near/Far/Color/Depth) vision to drive forklift, scissor lift, boom lift and identify hazardous material warning labels.
- Must be willing to come in on off-hours to assist in locating/purchasing parts for emergencies, shutdowns, etc. as needed.
What We Offer
Why LyondellBasell?
🛡️ Safety First: We’re a safety-driven organization where your well-being is our top priority.
🚀 Grow With Us: We’re passionate about your personal and professional development. Many of our Supervisors and Managers began their journey at the plant level—your growth is our success!
💡 Innovate Together: Collaborate with a dynamic team to create smart, forward-thinking solutions that make a real impact.
Great compensation package:
- Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
- Retirement (Pension) Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Vacation and Holidays
- Educational Assistance
Competencies
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Nearest Major Market: Akron
Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland