Location: Pittsburgh,PA, USA
The Inventory Control Specialist I will assist the Senior Manager, Warehouse in maintaining the Inventory Control system (ICS) for supplies, equipment, parts, and materials used by the Authority. RESPONSIBILITIES • Compile and maintain records, prepare inventory reports on the quantity, cost, type of supplies, materials, equipment received, stocked and issued, both manually and by computer • Take orders, receive, and manage inventory • Issue supplies, equipment, or parts to work crews and personnel • Prepares requisitions for supplies, materials, parts, and equipment • Coordinate distribution and return of supplies, materials, parts and equipment with contact vendors • Maintain records and files for all purchases, order requisitions, maintenance requests, special deliveries, pick-ups, and all items on loan • Load and unload supplies, equipment etc. manually or with the appropriate equipment and stock shelves • Maintain current listing of all bin locations for inventories and stored items • Label all items in the warehouse with a number, description, unit of measure, and bin location • Must be able to respond to callouts • Fill in for Inventory Control Specialist I or II at other locations • Perform other tasks as assigned or required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES • Knowledge of manual and computer inventory control procedures • Some knowledge of accounts payable procedures and document processing • Knowledge of Microsoft Office software • Understand the rules regulations and policies governing the work including safety hazards and precautions involved with the work • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, outside agencies, and the public EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS The following requirements list the minimum education/training/experience required to qualify for this job. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted. • High School Diploma or GED equivalent • One (1) year of full-time experience maintaining a computerized inventory control system, which includes six months of experience using Microsoft Office Software • 1-2 years of warehouse and/or purchasing experience preferred GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Applicant must have permanent residency in Allegheny County at time of appointment and remain a permanent resident throughout employment with the PWSA. Verification of Allegheny County residence is required at time of filing application. Applicant must present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) Motor Vehicle Operator's License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid driver's license must be maintained throughout employment. SUPERVISION EXERCISED / RECEIVED No direct reports / Will receive supervision directly from the Senior Manager, Warehouse. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to operate a pickup truck, van and forklift, and related equipment. The employee will perform heavy work including lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, and work in loud conditions with vibrations, traffic, mechanical, chemical, fire and explosive risks. CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to a loud or moderate noise level within the work environment. May perform work outdoors under extreme weather. The employee may be exposed to confined, high spaces, like erect scaffolding; loud conditions with vibrations, traffic, mechanical, chemical, fire, and explosive risks; and odors, dusts, fumes, mists, poor ventilation, and gases which may require a respirator. Availability to work all three shifts, as well as weekends, and holidays. Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours and/or recalled during emergency situations or other extensive periods. MEDICAL EXAMINATION Employment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authority's examining physician. DRUG TESTING Employment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and without individualized suspicion. PRE-EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION Ability to successfully pass a thorough investigation consisting of a criminal history check, verification of prior employment and performance, reference, and credentials checks, and in some cases credit history. Applicants are subject to a System for Award Management (SAM) or any successor system search as maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure compliance with federal procurement and non-procurement programs. Applications: You may be considered for other available positions based on qualifications provided on your employment application. If you have questions regarding your application, please contact the Human Resources Department at: PWSA Human Resources Department 1200 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15222 412-###-#### ...@pgh2o.com An Equal Opportunity Employer: The Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on any legally protected statuses, including, but not limited to race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, or veteran status. PWSA is committed to providing candidates with reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities during our recruiting process; if you need assistance, please contact us at ...@pgh2o.com or 412-###-####. Position: Inventory Control Specialist I Division: Warehouse Rate: $22.08 -$23.87 Union: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) District Council 84 Local 2719 FLSA: Non- Exempt Application Deadline: 10/18/2024 Other details