DCS Specialist

Smith; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith in Houston is seeking DCS Specialists to support inbound and outbound Operations processes, following prescribed procedures for receiving, inspecting, testing, cataloging, labeling, packaging, and moving IT hardware. You will also stage and process purchase orders, maintain data security by erasing data and restoring factory settings, and provide regular status updates.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of experience with IT hardware and demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail,

Qualifications

• 2+ years assembling, inspecting, and testing IT hardware (Dell/HP/Cisco).
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Attention to detail and high quality standards.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.
• Strong teamwork and reliability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs repeatedly.

Responsibilities

• Stage, organize, and process purchase order materials.
• Inspect, test, and catalogue electronic hardware (servers, workstations, network gear, components).
• Erase data from storage devices and reset to factory specs on inbound products.
• Provide updates on purchase orders and in-process status.
• Assist team in meeting project deadlines and provide status updates to Operations.
• Adhere to ESD requirements and safety, quality, and recycling processes.
• Assist Operations and other departments as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Team player

Independently motivated

Overtime willingness

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

WCX system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

Smith is seeking DCS Specialists that will support a variety of inbound and outbound Operations process requirements, following instruction and written procedures.

Inbound Processes

• product receiving
• inspection
• sorting
• teardown
• part cataloging
• testing
• quality control
• WCX system receiving of IT units and commodities

Outbound Processes

• pulling inventory
• sorting
• entry into WCX system
• labeling
• QC
• packaging of IT units and commodities

Adhere to and assist with the prioritization of inbound purchase orders, ensuring they are completed in the proper priority, and in a timely manner. Assist in the movement of inventory, and packaging products per operational requirements and sales order shipment deadlines.

Principle Accountabilities

• Stage, organize, and process purchase order materials.
• Organize, inspect, test, and catalogue electronic hardware, including but not limited to servers, workstations, network equipment, computers and spare parts (memory, HDD/SSD, CPU, GPU, I/O cards, etc.).
• Effectively erase previous customer data from storage devices and products, including resetting devices to original factory specifications on all inbound products.
• Provide updates to the status of purchase orders in-process, and ensure the expeditious completion of all purchase orders.
• Assist team in meeting all project deadlines and provide frequent status updates to the Operations supervisor and manager.
• Adhere to and maintain ESD requirements in all required work areas.
• Adhere to and maintain all quality, safety, environmental & recycling processes and policies.
• Assist Operations team and other departments as needed.

Requirements

• 2+ year experience assembling, inspecting, and testing IT hardware (specifically Dell, HP, and/or Cisco) preferred.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
• Must have excellent communications skills (verbal & written).
• Must have attention to detail (quality & accuracy).
• Self-motivated; high performance/productivity.
• Teamwork experience and strong team player.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Willingness to work overtime as business needs require.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. repetitively.

Smith is an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities #LI-AK1 We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks eighth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more.