Inventory Specialist

About the role

We are looking to hire a professional to support the Operations & Maintenance (O&M), Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Construction groups with inventory coordination, shipping, receiving, and other responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Helping all shipping/receiving operations and guarantee inventory integrity through enforcement of inventory management policies.
• Helping mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment.
• Receiving and counting stock items, arranging dispatching of parts and recording data manually or using a computer keeping an up-to-date inventory count and maintaining critical spares inventory at or above minimum allowed quantity.
• Learning to run inventory reports by comparing them to physical counts of stock and investigating discrepancies or adjusting errors.
• Storing items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
• Checking parts received. Communicating with shop inventory person to rectify problems, such as damage, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications.
• Packing and unpacking items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards.
• Examining contents and comparing them with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy of incoming or outgoing shipments.
• Learning to prepare documents, such as work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to route materials to domestic locations as needed.
• Helping record shipment data, such as weight, charges, space availability, and damages and discrepancies, for reporting, accounting, and recordkeeping purposes.
• Cleaning and maintaining supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Working with the safety department to report, repair and replace broken tools.
• Being responsible for the safe shipping/loading and receiving/unloading of all items utilizing equipment that are manual, motorized, or other in nature.
• Operating forklift for uploading and offloading parts.
• Operating the crane and rigging as needed.
• Interfacing with technicians and other team members that request parts and make sure that they have the appropriate authorization prior to releasing.
• Effectively communicating with others and can work both independently and on a team in a dynamic environment.
• Completing and performing necessary certification (and recertification if necessary) training to utilize equipment as required to perform job function.
• Being responsible for daily/weekly cleaning of the shop and work area.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic (Required): 4+ years experience in Warehouse Coordination / Inventory control.
• Able to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Forklift operator experience.
• Knowledge of security/Safety operations and procedures.
• Capable of immediately responding to emergencies to provide necessary assistance.
• Effective written and oral communications.
• Ability to work in a team environment and coordinate with other areas to achieve goals and objectives with minimum direct supervision.
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete tasks as needed.
• Work with minimum supervision, be a self-starter, be able to meet goals and deadlines on own initiative.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Smartsheet, MS Outlook, Word, Excel & Power Point.
• Ability to multitask.
• Maintain a valid state issued driver's license.
• Physical requirements and working conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard warehouse setting and to use standard warehouse equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, strength to lift and carry 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Frequent standing, walking, and extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Physical Qualifications: This role requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, work in confined spaces or at heights, and operate in varied environmental conditions. The position may involve extended periods of standing, walking, or sitting, as well as potential exposure to loud noises, heat, outdoor elements, or other occupational hazards. Some work may occur in industrial environments where strict safety protocols must be followed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Family Leave
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Company Match
• Paid Time Off – Sick & Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time schedule is offered.