Maintenance, Repair & Operations; MRO Buyer Co-op

Join a high-performing team that is revolutionizing the wire and cable industry!

Copperweld is seeking an MRO Buyer Co-Op to support our Maintenance, Production, and Engineering teams through hands‑on experience in purchasing, vendor management, and inventory control. The MRO Buyer Co-Op will ensure the availability of critical Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials to keep our plant running efficiently. This role offers hands‑on exposure to supply chain processes, procurement workflows, and maintenance support in a fast‑paced industrial setting.

The Co‑Op will also help document purchases, track costs, and support continuous improvement in MRO processes.

• Assist Maintenance, Production, and Engineering with sourcing, quoting, and purchasing MRO parts and materials.
• Create and manage purchase orders; follow up on lead times and delivery schedules.
• Maintain inventory in CMMS, track usage, and review reorder points.
• Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy improvements.
• Communicate with vendors on pricing, availability, and delivery.
• Track open orders to ensure timely material delivery.
• Organize documentation for quotes, POs, invoices, and vendor correspondence.
• Help resolve receiving issues, returns, and invoice discrepancies.
• Collaborate with teams on project‑based material needs.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and alternative suppliers under supervisor guidance.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing procedures and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a High School diploma and be actively enrolled in an accredited or university pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• Sophomore standing required;
  Junior or Senior preferred.
• Ability to work 30+ hours per week during the semester.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and curiosity to learn procurement and supply chain processes.
• Strong communication skills and professional email/phone etiquette.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and comfortable in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• This position is not eligible for relocation. Applicants must be able to commute.
• Professional experience for your career.
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off.
• Flexible hours.
• Great Place to Work Certified.

Copperweld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Successful candidates will be required to successfully pass drug screening and background checks.