Purchasing Clerk, Sr jobs in Bremerton, WA

The Position

We currently have an opening for a Purchasing Agent, this role reports directly to the Procurement and Contracts Manager.

About Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC)

The Port Townsend Paper (“PTPC”) mill has been in continuous operation for over 90 years. We operate on a continuous basis to produce OCC and kraft pulp which is used to manufacture linerboard, kraft paper, corrugating medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships.

The PTPC team is dedicated to creating an engaging and positive work environment and we strive to preserve the environment as well as be good neighbors and a valued member of the local community. Many of our employees have enjoyed working for the greater part of their careers; we have employees with 20, 25, 30, even 35 years of service.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages inventory of satellite parts warehouses, maintaining inventory levels by requisitioning materials.

• Processes purchase requisitions and purchase orders.

• Manages issue tickets.

• Manges new spares requests.

• Acts as back up for shipping and receiving.

• Cycle counting of stores inventory. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient in 4site.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• DOT (Department of Transportation) hazardous material transportation.
• General inventory and office systems.
• Ability to use office software, including but not limited to: Microsoft office; UPS software, web applications and the Internet.

Required Experience

• 5 years' Purchasing Agent experience.

Employment Terms

• Full time, Non-Exempt position
• Salary range: $55,000 to $75,000 DOE
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• 2 weeks paid vacation or more depending on position.
• Full-time employees receive 160 hours of sick leave upon hire then earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
• 9 paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
• Retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.
• In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Port Townsend Paper Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free workplace.