MATERIAL CONTROLLER

MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority); Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MARTA is seeking a warehouse Storeroom Associate to receive, store, and issue parts and materials for Bus, Rail, and Facilities maintenance. You will assist with part identification, ordering, and inventory records, and use material handling equipment to move items safely.

Responsibilities include data entry to EAM/FASuite and Oracle, preparing documentation, and delivering parts as needed. CDL requirements and safety procedures apply to this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least two years warehouse experience.
• Ability to read and write parts names and Storeroom information.
• Proficiency in keyboard data entry for EAM/FASuite and Oracle input requirements.
• Ability to enter data accurately at a reasonable rate.
• Floating relief requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Receives, records, stores, and issues materials and equipment in MARTA storerooms.
• Assists maintenance in identification, nomenclature, and ordering of parts and materials.
• Maintains quantity, cost, and type records; stock location files and documentation.
• Operates forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Prepares and submits documentation for each transaction manually or via terminal.
• May deliver parts using cargo or light trucks.

Skills

Data entry

Read/write parts names

Basic arithmetic

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EAM/FASuite

Oracle input

Job description

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED with at least two years warehouse experience is required. Applicant must have the ability to read and write parts names and other Storeroom-related information. Should be able to demonstrate proficiency in keyboard data entry to meet the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM/FASuite) and Oracle input requirements. Must be able to demonstrate ability to enter data accurately at an acceptable rate. Must be able to perform basic arithmetic functions, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Floating relief requirements apply.

Job Description

High school diploma or GED with at least two years warehouse experience is required. Applicant must have the ability to read and write parts names and other Storeroom-related information. Should be able to demonstrate proficiency in keyboard data entry to meet the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM/FASuite) and Oracle input requirements. Must be able to demonstrate ability to enter data accurately at an acceptable rate. Must be able to perform basic arithmetic functions, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Floating relief requirements apply.

INTERVIEW SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may include one or more components to demonstrate applicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas. These may include exercises such as practical demonstrations, written communications, oral interview and/or competency assessments.

Summary

Receives, records, stores, and issues materials and equipment in MARTA’s Materials Storerooms in support of MARTA Bus, Rail, Facilities Maintenance and other MARTA operations. Assists maintenance personnel in the identification, nomenclature, selection and ordering of parts and materials. Compiles and maintains records of quantity, cost and type of material. Uses motor vehicles and storeroom material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, pneumatic material elevator, pallet puller, etc. Prepares and submits/inputs correct documentation for each transaction either manually or via computerized terminal. May deliver parts and/or materials using cargo trucks, light trucks or similar vehicles. Maintains inventory record location files, and other documentation to ensure proper accountability and accessibility. Performs basic warehouse safety and housekeeping procedures.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive, and do not include marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of the essential job functions.

• Assists other stores personnel; receives specific directions and instructions.
• Receives new and rebuilt materials from vendors and performs administrative receipt inspection to include ensuring correct count and type; places in designated bins or other storage facilities.
• Selects, prepares, and processes and ships parts and other materials for transfer to other stores locations.
• Assists maintenance personnel with identification of new/replacement parts; issues necessary items, and records usage as appropriate.
• Prepares and submits accurate documentation on actions taken in accordance with established procedures to ensure proper accountability.
• Performs safety and housekeeping functions as required to maintain safe and neat working areas.
• Maintains computerized inventory/location records, reviews records for accuracy, takes corrective action as necessary; brings situations which are beyond individual's scope of authority to correct, to the attention of supervisor; periodically reviews location accuracy and related storeroom functions.
• Observes and conducts strict property control to ensure materials are used only for official Authority purposes; reports potential violations to Supervisor or higher-level management; ensures that only authorized personnel gain access to storage areas.
• Observes storage areas for overflows, mixed stock, incorrect/incomplete bin placement, incorrect signage/markings; makes on-the-spot corrections.
• May gather and process materials for reclamation.
• Participates in complete and cyclic inventories to maintain high degree of accountability.
• May deliver parts and other materials using cargo trucks, light trucks or other similar vehicles.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a current, valid State of Georgia issued CDL license [Class B] or a current, valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s (CDL) Permit (Class B) is required. Individuals hired with a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit must obtain a valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver’s License (Class B) within three (3) weeks of their date of hire.

A minimum of two years’ driving experience. A maximum of one (1) moving violation, with a maximum of three (3) points on Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) within a rolling 24-month period. DUI violations are not allowed.

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and distinguish colors. Employee must pass a hearing test.

Special Requirements

• Must successfully pass a forklift operator's proficiency test within 90 calendar days of hire.
• Must obtain a passing score on the Skills Check Test that includes Industrial Math and basic reading comprehension skills.
• Independently responsible to control and provide security for a high dollar inventory that includes sensitive items; therefore, individuals must undergo a criminal background check and have an acceptable credit report.
• Must possess valid State of Georgia issued CDL license or valid State of Georgia issued Commercial Driver Learner’s (CDL) Permit at time of application for position.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must pass physical examination required by MARTA. MARTA is a Drug-Free Workplace. Participation in MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program is a condition of employment. Failure to adhere to MARTA's Drug & Alcohol Program will result in termination. Every MARTA employee is responsible for reading and observing the requirements of the Drug & Alcohol policy. This position has been identified as SAFETY SENSITIVE.

The Following Applies To Internal Applicants ONLY

All internal applicants will have a record evaluation check to determine whether they are eligible to advance to the interview process. Candidates will be automatically disqualified for consideration if their employment record for the twelve (12) months preceding the date of the posting reflects any of the following:

• A combined total of three (3) occurrences and/or lose outs (tardies)
• Any instances of absence without leave (AWOL)
• Any disciplinary actions
• Any valid customer complaints
• Employee has not successfully completed probationary period as a new hire

Record evaluation will be conducted based on the twelve months preceding the initial date of the posting. Candidates must remain in good standing once selected through the job screening and offer process. Failure to remain in good standing based on the criteria listed above will disqualify any candidate.

Americans With Disabilities Act

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have a right to request that MARTA make reasonable accommodations in order to help you accomplish your work, which must still be performed in all its essential functions.

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

MARTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Classification: Represented

Number of Openings: 1

Starting Salary Per Hour: $25.74