Materials Specialist (South)

We Energies (WE); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Materials Specialist to manage warehouse operations in Milwaukee, WI. The role involves processing orders, receiving and stocking materials, and supporting procurement while ensuring inventory integrity and safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in warehouse/PIT work, a valid license, and may need a CDL Class B within 90 days. This in-person role requires residence within 40 driving miles of the Milwaukee headquarters and

Qualifications

• Three years of warehouse and powered industrial truck experience
• Valid driver's license and driving eligibility
• Some units may require CDL Class B within 90 days
• Residency within 40 driving miles of headquarters
• Ability to pass a Physical Capacity Evaluation

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse and storage yard operations
• Fulfill daily orders, receive, store, restock and issue materials in ERP
• Assist procurement process when needed
• Identify, report damage and incorrect shipments
• Handle returns and disposition of materials
• Maintain inventory accuracy and conduct physical counts
• Resolve storage location and labeling issues
• Adhere to safety rules and DOT regulations
• Provide onsite customer service

Skills

Warehouse operations

PIT (forklift) experience

CDL Class B - may be required

Tools

ERP system

Inventory management

Job description

We Energies , a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Materials Specialist (South) in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position is represented by Local 2150.

The Material Specialist is responsible for warehouse activities within a distribution center as well as at remote warehouses. This position offers a variety of work that will appeal to those that are interested in learning, problem solving, able to work within a team environment, and are willing to take initiative.

Benefits include:

Hours: This is a 1st shift shift position: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Job Responsibilities

• Perform all duties related to warehouse and storage yard operations
• Fulfill daily orders, receive, put away, restock and disburse materials utilizing the current ERP system
• Requisition and assist with procurement process when necessary
• Recognize and report damage and/or incorrect shipment of material
• Evaluate, prepare and account for returned materials including jobsite and field returns
• Identify and reclaim materials fit to be returned to stock or scrapped, sold or another means of disposition
• Assist with inventory accuracy
• Conducts physical inventory counts
• Resolve problems with storage locations and labeling
• Initiate, investigate, verify, report and correct discrepancies
• Assist the Materials Management group in maintaining adequate inventory levels
• Ensure material shelf life is regularly updated
• Maintain records
• Ensure proper accounting is applied to all transactions
• Perform required housekeeping tasks. Keep storage areas clean and in an orderly condition
• Inspect for improper storage of material and remedy problem situations promptly
• Identify unsafe conditions and promptly initiate action to correct the situation
• Operate and inspect a variety of material handling equipment including but not limited to forklifts, and CDL rated vehicles
• Incorporate safe handling techniques for oversized, heavy and/or unique materials
• Know and follow all DOT rules and regulations
• Provide onsite customer service

Minimum Qualifications

• Three years of warehouse and powered industrial truck experience or an Order Picker with greater than one year of experience required.
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving. Some business units will require selected applicants to obtain an interstate commercial driver's license (CDL, Class B) within 90 days of entry into the job.
• This position may require unescorted access to certain critical cyber assets which would require applicants to satisfy all Company and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard 004 security requirements, which includes a background investigation
• Candidates may be required to demonstrate their ability to perform the physical functions of the position by completing a Physical Capacity Evaluation
• The selected applicant must reside within 40 driving miles of their headquarters. Such employees will be required to relocate to meet this residency requirement within 12 months from date of physical transfer

Testing Requirements

Stores Aptitude (STRS): Ability to understand mechanic concepts; ability to visualize forms in space; ability to compare details and identify whether the same or different.

Materials Specialist & Storeroom Structured Interview (MATL-STRS): Competencies include: Decision Making; Building Customer Loyalty; Managing Work; Safety Awareness; Work Standards; Communication.

End Date:10/09/2026

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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