At Alfa Laval, we always go that extra mile to overcome the toughest challenges. Our driving force is to accelerate success for our customers, people and planet. You can only achieve that by having dedicated people with a curious mind. Curiosity is the spark behind great ideas. And great ideas drive progress.

Who you are

You are a self-motivated team player with the ability to work in line with Alfa Laval drivers; Action, Interaction, and Satisfaction. You are driven and see solutions rather than problems, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks.

About the job

Our Richmond manufacturing facility is growing and is adding a brand-new Master Data Specialist to our lineup, and we’d like to hear from you! This role will create and develop our ERP system processes, as well as support its implementation and maintenance.

As a part of the team, you will:

• Ensure the accuracy of all product data (Item Master, Bill of Materials, and Routings).  Working together with Sales, Product Management, Sourcing, and R&D collect required data necessary for new product set ups in the manufacturing system. 


• Develop & Utilize OnePLM system alignment processes and tools for (ERP, Team Center, and ALiCE or CAS) with local and central teams.   


• Be the primary Local Support for GPHE Leadtime and Factory Cost Quotations to Sales


• Act as a local ERP Super User for Jeeves / Microsoft 365 and be the primary local support for our ERP System


• Drive SixSigma Improvement Projects as needed


• Standardize Planning Team ERP Processes and develop and maintain training matrices.

What you know

Alfa Laval has a Federal contractor COVID-19 vaccination policy for employees in Field Service roles, as well as roles in the Chesapeake, Greenwood, Houston, Richmond, and Warminster sites. All employees, consultants and contractors working at these sites – including employees associated with these sites who work remotely – will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation exemption is granted.

You have a bachelor’s degree and:

• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Microsoft 365 preferred)


• Experience with Data Analysis Tools (SQL, Power BI, etc)


• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes


• Experience with BOMs and routings


• Experience in Lean manufacturing


• A love for systems and data management

We find that candidates with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management tend to do well in this role, but those fields are not a requirement for consideration.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a challenging position in an open and friendly environment where we help each other to develop and create value. Your work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success. Our benefits-eligible associates enjoy healthcare, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, generous 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off benefits, and more!

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