Assistant Buyer Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

Silgan Containers is hiring a full-time, fully on-site Procurement Parts Buyer / Manufacturing Buyer / MRO Buyer in Waukesha, WI, to support continuous, high-volume manufacturing operations by sourcing and procuring spare parts, OEM components, production equipment parts, tooling, and MRO supplies. This role partners with Plant Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Finance to ensure plant uptime, manage supplier performance, execute inventory management and cost control, and support 24/7 manufacturing environments, making it well suited for candidates with experience in manufacturing procurement, industrial purchasing, MRO supply chain management, ERP systems, supplier negotiations, and technical part specifications. Why Join Silgan Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.401k retirement plan with company match.Paid vacation and holidays.Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.A culture built on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. What You'll Do Source and procure spare parts, OEM components, engineered tooling, and MRO materials to facilitate continuous manufacturing operations.Interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and equipment documentation to ensure accurate and compliant purchasing.Manage purchase orders, monitor lead times, and proactively expedite deliveries to avoid production downtime.Execute strategic sourcing and cost-reduction initiatives, including supplier negotiations and agreement management.Optimize inventory levels and MRO supply chains, maintain accurate data and planning parameters in ERP/MRP systems.Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and service, and resolve issues as needed.Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and receiving teams to back production reliability.Track and report procurement KPIs such as cost savings, fill rate, and inventory turns; assist with invoice discrepancies.Participate in on-call rotations. What You'll Need Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance, Manufacturing Technology, Mechanical, or Tooling Technology preferred; equivalent experience (technical training, apprenticeship, or military) considered3 or more years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environmentExperience with spare parts, OEM components, tooling, and MRO procurementBackground partnering with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teamsExposure to metalworking, machining, or tooling environments a plusProficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office (JD Edwards/JDE preferred)Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and equipment documentationProven success in supplier negotiation, inventory management, and cost savingsStrong organizational, analytical, and communication skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentCMRP certification (or progress toward certification) preferred Who We Are: A global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.A supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for food, beverage, healthcare, home, personal care, and beauty products.A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products. Take The Next Step Apply today to join Silgan Containers as a Procurement Parts Buyer / Manufacturing Buyer in Waukesha, WI. LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status. Silgan is a drug-free workplace. LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.Silgan is a drug-free workplace.