Storekeeper

Ocean State Job Lot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra seeks a Warehouse/Storehouse Support role to maintain inventory, process material releases, and ensure accurate logistics across the storehouses. The team handles loading, unloading, and transfers, with on-call requirements and weekend/holiday flexibility.

Qualified candidates will have 2+ years of warehouse experience, basic knowledge of materials and parts, strong communication skills, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Two years of warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of coach, locomotive, and engineering materials, equipment, and parts.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must type at least 25 words per minute.
• Valid class C driver's license required.
• Forklift certification required or obtainable within 30 days.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous operation of the storehouse inventory and logistics.
• Operate material handling equipment and store materials throughout Metra facilities.
• Process releases for non-inventory materials as directed.
• Collaborate with Stores, Materials, Procurement and Accounts Payable to resolve issues.
• Perform cycle counts and monitor inventory integrity.
• Prepare daily work assignments and participate in safety trainings.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Typing 25 wpm

Driver's license

Forklift certification

Lift 50 lbs

Tools

ERP

RMIS

Global PO systems

Job description

Metra is America’s fourth busiest commuter rail system, providing essential transportation services to a community of over 9.4 million residents. As an organization of over 2,600 professionals, we are committed to safely and efficiently meeting the growing and changing transportation needs of the commuters and businesses we serve.
To meet those needs, Metra employs a diverse workforce in an environment that fosters creativity and drives innovation. We invite you to learn more about Metra and the many career opportunities we offer.

Administrative Support(Including Clerical and Sales)

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient service.

The Supply Chain Operations Division consists of Materials Contract Administration and Storehouse Operations. The purpose of the department is to serve various customers within Metra. Managing the continuous supply of parts materials and services required to support Engineering, Mechanical and Transit Operations. Additionally, the department operates Metra’s four storehouses and is responsible for managing Metra’s fuel and P-Card programs.

Reporting directly to the Manager, Storehouse, the position is responsible for maintaining continuous operation of the storehouse that includes the Rail Maintenance Inventory System Integrity, safety, security, accuracy and logistics of the inventory. Supervises assigned contract employees (Storeroom Clerks), conducts daily safety meetings, responsible for the generation, distribution and follow-up of daily work assignments and training including forklift and other work equipment and specialized storage devices used in the operation of storehouse.

Processes releases for non-inventory materials and services as requested by management. Required to operate material handling equipment and operate other specialized storage equipment to store materials, load, unload, pick-up, and deliver material to various locations throughout the Metra enterprise. Receives for inventory and non-inventory material purchases as directed. Collaborates with Stores, Materials, Procurement and Accounts Payable departments to resolve various inventory and invoicing exceptions. Responsible for the daily fulfillment of material requested from the storehouse inventory, initiates inventory transfers, inventory restocking and monitoring sales orders listed on the daily hot list. Processes repair and return material per procedure. Performs cycle counting as directed. Properly documents the movement of inventory within the frame work of the inventory management system. Adds items to storage locations areas and monitors integrity and movement the inventory within the storehouse. This position is issued a company cell phone and requires flexible availability including non-operating hours, weekends, and holidays. This position is subject to 24/7 on-call status. Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

This is a Union position. Starting pay rates may vary based on entry rates in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

• Must possess two (2) years of warehouse experience.
• Basic knowledge of coach, locomotive, and engineering material, equipment and parts.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Required to type 25 words per minute.
• Possess and maintain a valid class “C” driver’s license.
• Possess aforklift certification OR be able to be certified within the 30-day qualification period.
• Able to lift 50 pounds waist high.

Preferences:

• Experience supervising contract personnel in a Railroad or other transportation based storehouse or warehouse environment is preferred.
• Experience in computerized Inventory Management Systems, ERP, RMIS and Global PO systems preferred.

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants andemployees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre‑employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

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