Materials Management Specialist/Driver (HI LO Experience Required; HI LO Certification Recommended)

Full Job Description

This is not a Civil Service Position. DWSD employees are subject to provisions of Court Orders entered in United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, Southern Division, Case No. 77-71100 with regard to certain terms and conditions of employment. DWSD does not honor reversion rights for internal candidates.

Applicants for open positions at the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

SUMMARY:
The Materials Management Specialist receives stores and issues supplies and maintains records in a storeroom; assist in the supervision of a stores’ operation; direct the work activities of employees engaged in specialized stores’ activities.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Receive, store, and disburse stock, equipment and tools. Prepare requisitions and make recommendations for purchases based on operation needs and past consumption from records. Perform and reconcile physical count with inventory records and order requests. Contact vendors to obtain price quotes, secure prices and to place orders. Direct and oversee the work of employees engaged in stores activities. Prepare various store activity reports. Ensure security of supplies, equipment, materials and/or recycled products. Develop methods to assign inventory/stock numbers and locate places for storing materials and supplies. Develop and maintain a variety of records including but not limited to perpetual inventory records, time records of field crews, work, costs, or quantities of supplies furnished for a particular job and other similar activity records. Consult manufacturers and catalogues for materials and supplies specifications. Check incoming material and supplies for quality and quantity against invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, contract order release forms or other documents. Operate automotive vehicles and mechanized materials handling equipment such as forklifts and dollies. Perform shift work, which includes all day, afternoon, night, weekend and holiday assignments. A valid Michigan Driver’s License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE). Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties. Provide on the job training.

RELATED JOB FUNCTIONS:
Keep storeroom and/or yards in a clean and orderly condition. Perform related work duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Up-to-date perpetual inventory records and accepted purchasing practices of a large organizationMethods used to receive and issue materials in a storeroom or stockroomRecycling processes and collections SKILL TO:Use advanced technologyMaintain various supply records and handling and sorting of materials ABILITY TO:REQU Devise handling and storing methodsMaintain accurate recordsMake arithmetic computations Effectively utilize appropriate security and safety equipment and proceduresMaintain regular and reliable attendanceCommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writingUnderstand and follow verbal and written instructionsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with othersCommunicate frequently with team members and other units across the Department about process, equipment or potential problemsDevelop proficiency in unit specific operations and softwareDirect team activities or to work as a team member Loading, transporting, and delivering items to the Central Service Facility from third-party vendors in a safe, timely manner.

Reviewing orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete and the charges are correct.

Assisting with loading and unloading items from vehicles.Valid Michigan driver's license Clean driving record.Willingness to adhere to assigned routes, schedules, safety procedures, and transportation laws.Strong time management and customer service skills.Ability to walk, drive, lift, and carry heavy items for extended periods.Attention to detail.

REQUIIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (position requirements at entry)High School Diploma or GEDTwo (2) years of experience in handling and issuing of supplies in a warehouse or store operation including maintenance of related clerical records ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This position requires the ability to climb ladders, maneuver through storerooms, storage yards, warehouses, and elevated locations; lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, walk or stand for long periods of time; carry, stack, stoop, kneel, push, pull and other efforts requiring considerable physical strength.Environmental Working Requirements:This position requires the ability to work in all conditions involving exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather.

Work is performed at the plant or office environment. Work may be performed near systems with hazardous chemicals that are acidic, highly corrosive, heat producing and potentially explosive.

Employees will also be required to pass a yearly baseline physical and fit test for respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus.

Work may be performed in hazardous areas that require respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (PPE), and under slippery and wet conditions.

This position may be exposed to excessive noise, moving objects and vehicles.OTHER REQUIREMENTSValid Michigan Driver’s License. Operate forklift or dolly.

Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to DWSD facilities and work sites, and respond to after hour emergencies and on-call responsesThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class.

Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position.

Employees in this class are required to undergo alcohol and drug screening and are subject to a criminal background investigation.