Materials Specialist II/Materials Specialist III

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All day-to-day activities regarding warehouse operations including inventory control, issues, receiving, transfers, chemical inventory and the equipment and tools lifting program

Ensures inventory accuracy, which includes physical inventory and chemical inventory processes

Ensures the safe movement and handling of required parts and maintenance materials into and out of the facilities

Ensures work priorities are established and adhered to for activities associated with material handling processes and systems

Works with members of the stations staff to prioritize, schedule and implement activities related with day to day operations and maintenance activities within the facility

Focus on customer service to support the supply chain organization and the internal customer groups

Works with new processes and systems within Supply Chain operations, i.e., MAXIMO and other supply chain mobile applications

Maintains excellent communications with supply chain site procurement and site operations to ensure the efficient flow of commodities in and out of site inventories

Note: This posting is for one position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Required/Basic Qualifications (Materials Specialist II)

High School/GED degree

Required/Basic Qualifications (Materials Specialist III)

High School/GED degree

2+ years related work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree

In addition to desired degree, 2 years related work experience

Warehouse experience

Self-motivated and able to work productively with some direct supervision

Experience in interacting with a diverse range of contacts, including managers, non-managers, and external customers. Proven ability to anticipate and respond effectively to customer request, which may include inquiries received in person, via phone and/or in writing

Good communication skills including ability to effectively interact with management, teammates, and customers

Ability to multi-task and adapt to constantly changing conditions, such as time pressures. Must be able to prioritize both long-term and short-term task with varying levels of urgency from multiple team members, balanced along with normal duties

Demonstrated excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, along with good verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills including windows-based applications, i.e., Word, Excel, etc.

Demonstrated ability to identify problems, consider resolutions and take the necessary steps to solve the problems

Demonstrated working knowledge of inventory systems and/or work management systems

Working Conditions:

Onsite Mobility Classification – Work will be performed at the assigned company facility.

​Works inside warehouse and outside yard environment including all weather conditions and possibly extreme hot and cold temperatures

Work hours subject to change, based on customer needs which are subject to rotating shift, overtime, emergency call out and weekend coverage

Frequent contact with dust (coal, dirt, etc.) and fly ash for Power Generation Positions

Job requires frequent walking, bending, kneeling, pulling, and climbing ladders

Must be able to arrive at work location within a maximum of thirty (30) minutes once called for emergency call-out when scheduled for on-call duty during nights, weekends, holidays, etc.

Specific Requirements:

Maintain a valid driver’s license for occasional use of company vehicles

Ability to successfully complete fork-lift, safety, environmental and supply chain-related training

Lifting requirements of 50 pounds

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