Materials Coordinator/Inventory Specialist

Strategic Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Materials Coordinator/Inventory Specialist in Abilene, TX. The role supports material accountability, storeroom operations, and storage yards, with a 12+ month contract at a 7AM-4PM schedule.

A valid driver's license is required and overtime may be available. Responsibilities include issuing materials, inspecting received stock, processing records, and handling hazardous materials per safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year in inventory control, warehousing, or related field.
• Basic computer skills to use inventory management software (Maximo); Excel/Word experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds and operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Issue material with proper authorization and file records; may include pickup, haul, and delivery.
• Check received material for quantity and condition; process material receipt records.
• Identify, sort and record material returns; place usable stock and scrap material in the correct containers.
• Operate terminals and printers for inventory systems; use scanners and related office equipment.
• Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage; handle hazardous materials following procedures.
• Assist with maintaining storage efficiency and inventory levels; perform cycle counts and adjust discrepancies.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Materials Coordinator/Inventory SpecialistAbilene, TX 79602 (Local/Onsite)

12+ Month W2 contract role with possibility of converting to permanent

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 7AM - 4PM (Overtime as needed)

Pay Rate: $22/HR

*Must have valid driver's license.

Job Description:

Assist the Material Services organization by performing duties related to material accountability, operation of the storeroom and storage yards.

Essential Job Functions & Tasks:

• Issue material under proper authorization; process and file required records which may include picking up, hauling and delivering materials and operating Company automotive equipment such as cars and trucks.
• Check received material for quantity; make visual inspection for identity, breakage, and condition; initiate and process material receipt and related records.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Identify, sort and record material returned; place usable material in stock, and sort non-usable material into scrap containers; record applicable information and process related records.
• Operate computer terminals and printers supporting a materials management system, and other office equipment such as calculators, scanners etc.
• Prepare and pack material for shipment or storage, including preparation of required shipping papers and other related records. This may include shipping and receiving hazardous material, such as gasoline, oil, oil containing PCB, and lead-acid batteries under required safety and environmental procedures.
• Operate material handling equipment such as hand trucks, forklift trucks, low lift trucks, hoists, overhead cranes, order pickers, or any other equipment as required.
• Assist supervisor with maintaining efficient storage of materials, rearrangement or change of bins and racks, and making material location changes.
• Assist in maintaining adequate inventory levels based on current requirements through inventory cycle counts; perform discrepancy adjustments with appropriate approval and process all associated records.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of one year work experience in inventory control and management, material handling, warehousing, or related experience is required. Must possess basic computer skills to use inventory management software such as Maximo; Microsoft Excel and Word experience is also preferred.
• Must possess a strong working knowledge of logistics related to shipping and relocating inventory.
• Must understand and perform basic math functions.
• Must be able to work independently and possess good communication skills.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 70 pounds; successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required. Must possess the appropriate State drive license. Must be able to operate material handling equipment including motorized forklifts and road vehicles.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

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