Porex is an established global leader in one-of-a-kind solutions for the healthcare, consumer, and industrial markets. We have a unique ‘non-corporate’ culture that values a Bias for Action, Trust and an Entrepreneurial mindset. We value our team members and place a strong focus on their development through a robust talent management program. At Porex we run towards problems and opportunities to drive business results. If this sounds like a company that shares your values, then we may have an opportunity for you.

We are seeking an Information Systems Business Partner to join the IS team at our manufacturing facility in Richmond, VA. This role will rely heavily on world-class analytical capabilities and business acumen coupled with an ability to quickly develop and help implement identified improvement opportunities. We expect this role to have a continuous improvement mindset and to help drive this culture throughout the organization. The position will report to the Global Information Systems Director.

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate will have an expertise in functional business processes, be an excellent problem solver, with strong critical thinking skills.  They will work well under pressure and be comfortable with change and complexity in a dynamic environment. They can shift readily between the "big picture" and the small-but-crucial details, knowing when to concentrate on each, and possess people skills needed to develop trust and communication to work well in teams.  Candidates should be able to highlight their IMPACT as an IS thought partner throughout their organization(s) and be able to thrive in a fast-paced and result- oriented environment. 

Essential Job Function

• Serve as a Business Partner:
  • Improve the operational processes related to the Fourth Shift ERP System, Manufacturing Execution System, Warehouse Management System and Advanced Production Scheduling System.
  • Work with functional managers (Quality, Finance, Manufacturing) and guide them on best practices to improve productivity leading to achieving their business goals.
  • As part of the wider Information Systems team, proactively interact with business leaders and other team members to improve core business practices.
• Vendor Management: serve as a liaison between internal end users and external support partners.

Core Competencies

• Able to investigate both remotely and in person, diagnose and resolve complex application issues.
• Must be detail-oriented to ensure accuracy and quality of output
• Intellectual curiosity coupled with a strong desire for on-going learning and development
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team and should be self-motivated.
• Flexible to respond to changing priorities and issues, able to multi-task, work on multiple concurrent projects.
• Comfortable with ambiguity.
• Proactive, strategic thinker who and relishes working with limited direction and oversight.
• Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment working across function and business units
• Confident and self-aware with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be capable of quickly establishing credibility, influencing decision makers, and persuading professionals at all levels

Technical Skills

• ERP/MES Support including how the following interacts: Finance & Costing, Item Master, Purchasing, Production, Sales etc. Advanced Manufacturing – Lot Management, Multi-level Bills of Material (Specifically Infor or Fourth Shift ERP)
• Experience gathering business requirements and formalized design specifications.
• Proficient in project management.
• Experience in basic technical support & data management services.
• Proficient in Excel with an ability to analyze and structure raw data.
• Advanced Excel user including ODBC Data Extracts, Power Pivot, and BI
• Report creation skills using tools such as SSRS, Crystal Reports, PowerBI, PowerApps, etc

Experience, Education, Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree in information systems or Business Administration.
• 5 years working within a global manufacturing organization, in an IS/IT function.
• 5 years of ERP based project management experience (Infor or Fourth Shift preferred)
• Experience in dealing with business users with differing levels of knowledge (executive staff, project sponsors, subject matter experts, end users)
• Experience in delivering training on complex topics.

Compensation / Benefits

Base Salary: 90K - 115K annually, exempt

Vacation, Sick Time and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health, dental, vision and disability insurance

Paid Parental Leave

About Porex Corporation

Porex is a worldwide leader in the development, engineering, and manufacture of porous polymer technologies, components, and specialized devices. The company’s products are used in healthcare, life science research, consumer, electronics and industrial markets. Over 50 years ago, Porex launched the sintered porous plastics industry by developing porous polymer materials to support caustic fluid separation processes. Since 1961, they have applied their extensive porous plastic material science, product design, and custom plastic manufacturing expertise to designing unique porous solutions that overcome complex project challenges and enable quicker product launches. Healthcare, consumer, and industrial market leaders around the world rely on Genuine PorexTM custom plastic and fiber manufacturing components because of the high reproducibility of our manufacturing processes, which ensure that the billionth part is the same as the first. Over 1,300 customers in 65 countries trust Porex to develop porous polymers and supply their porous material needs. Simply put, Porex creates high value porous solutions that enables their customers products to do something new, better or more cost effectively every day.  Porex is a subsidiary of Filtration Group, with revenues of approximately $300 million. Porex has facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia and more than 1500 employees worldwide.

Our screening process includes a drug test and background check. Upon hiring we use the E-Verify system to validate status to work legally in the United States.

Porex provides an excellent benefits package which includes healthcare, paid days off, and a 401K plan.

Porex is an EOE, Drug, Tobacco and Alcohol Work Free Environment.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Filtration Group now part of Parker Hannifin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.