Material and Procurement Specialist - Welch, MN

Xcel Energy; Welch Township (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension

Vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Xcel Energy in Welch, MN is seeking a Material & Procurement Specialist to manage materials handling for power plant operations. Responsibilities include ordering, receiving, packaging, storing, cycle counting, and issuing materials, with extended hours and alternate shifts as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, experience in materials logistics or related education, strong mechanical aptitude, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; training in materials logistics or 1 year post-secondary education preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and good interpersonal communication are essential.
• Lift truck certification is desirable; candidates must pass required screenings and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Perform materials handling activities: ordering, receiving, packaging, storing, cycle counting and issuing materials for plant operations.
• Be prepared to work extended hours and alternate shifts to meet plant and customer needs.
• Maintain accuracy in inventory and assist with security and safety requirements.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good interpersonal & communication

Lift truck certification (desired)

PC literate

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary education in logistics (1 year)

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Xcel Energy (NASDAQ: XEL) is a leading energy provider and Fortune 500 company, dedicated to serving millions of electricity and natural gas customers across eight states: Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico and Texas. We make energy work better for our customers, helping them thrive every day. That means always raising the bar - delivering better service and providing more reliable, resilient, and sustainable energy.Xcel Energy is a place where you’ll have opportunities to grow, expand your skills, and help lead the clean energy transition. We offer meaningful rewards, recognition, and support to help you build your career and make an impact - both on the job and beyond. Most importantly, it means you’ll be joining a company that knows employees are the driving force behind its success and is committed to helping you be your best.We anticipate the need for one or more Material & Procurement Specialist(s) at our location in Welch, MN. This position will be posted for 10 working days from September 22, 2026 – October 5th, 2026.The starting rate of pay for this position is $27.50 hourly as in Exhibit A of the Union contract.SummaryPerform activities in all areas of materials handling and control, which include, but not limited to ordering, receiving, packaging, storing, cycle counting, maintenance and issuing materials for power plant operation and maintenance. Must be willing to work extended hours, including alternate shifts to meet plant and customer requirements.Minimum Requirements1. High school diploma or GED.2. Training or previous experience in materials logistics or one year of post-secondary education.3. Strong mechanical aptitude.4. Good interpersonal and communication skills.5. Lift truck certification is desired.6. PC literate desired.Special Requirements1. Must have a valid driver’s license.2. Must be able to work overtime as required.3. Actively participate in hands-on training, required classroom training and computer interactive training programs, as directed by supply chain management.4. Applicant is required to successfully pass the Xcel Energy screening requirements, which include a drug test and security clearance.5. Other exams, which are required by federal regulations, such as OSHA and DOT, may be performed.Preferred Requirements:Forklift certificationOur culture is grounded in shared values and employee commitments that guide how we work, support one another, and grow together.Our ValuesConnected, Committed, Trustworthy, SafeOur Employee CommitmentsWork that makes a differenceA team you can count ofOpportunities to growRewards that help you thriveXcel Energy provides job applicants reasonable accommodations for disabilities throughout the application process. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form.BargainingThe anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $27.50 per hourThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Additional days off, Sick Time, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.Deadline to Apply: 10/04/26EEO is the Law (PDF) | Equal Opportunity Statement (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.Accessibility StatementXcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com and https://jobs.xcelenergy.com accessible to any and all users. If you are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, now or at any time in the future, please complete the Applicant Accommodation Request Form. For any other application related questions, including application follow-ups or technical issues, please use our Recruiting Assistance, Electra, for assistance. Electra can be found in the lower right-hand corner of our Xcel Energy Careers site.