Warehouse Specialist

NAES Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES Corporation seeks a Warehouse Specialist at Hill Top Energy Center in the United States to manage receiving, storing, issuing, and tracking materials while maintaining CMMS records. You will coordinate procurement, stage parts for maintenance, operate forklifts, and ensure inventory accuracy.

Reports to Maintenance Manager and collaborates with plant personnel to support outages and maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, with the ability to understand and follow procedures and instructions.
• An associate degree or technical training in supply chain, logistics, industrial operations, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of additional education.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate entry, proofing, and submission of purchase orders, including proper product costing and shipping instructions.
• Maintain records of fixed assets and purchase requisitions with approvals.
• Communicate with vendors to track orders and resolve shipment issues.
• Receive, inspect, store, and issue items, ensuring inventory accuracy.
• Utilize CMMS for inventory control, transfers, and reporting.
• Maintain inventory through counting, sorting, and organized layout.
• Communicate warehouse conditions and stock levels to plant management.
• Assist Maintenance with mechanical and electrical repairs as needed.
• Prepare and stage parts for maintenance work orders and outages.
• Operate forklifts, trucks, and vans for material movement with certification.
• Support audits, surveys, and reporting on inventory and assets.

Skills

Warehouse

Forklift Operations

Inventory Control

Procurement

CMMS

Purchasing

Purchase Orders

Communications

Safety Compliance

Organizational Skills

Education

High School

Accounting Training

Tools

CMMS - Computerized Maintenance Mgmt System

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $32 USD to $38 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Hill Top Energy Center in Carmichaels, PA, is a state-of-the-art combined cycle power generation facility. It features a GE 7HA.02 gas turbine and an Alstom D652 steam turbine, operating together to optimize efficiency and output. The plant is capable of producing up to 623 megawatts of electricity, significantly contributing to the regional power supply.

Opportunity Summary

The Warehouse Specialist at Hill Top Energy Center supports efficient plant operations by receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing, and tracking materials while maintaining accurate inventory and CMMS records. This role coordinates procurement and order tracking, stages parts for maintenance activities, safely operates material handling equipment, and supports inventory audits and reporting.

Your scope of responsibility as Warehouse Specialist includes the following primary functions:

• Ensure accurate entry, proofing, and submission of purchase orders, including proper product costing, shipping instructions, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Maintain records of all fixed assets and purchase requisitions, obtaining necessary approvals and signatures.
• Communicate directly with vendors to track order status, follow up on deliveries, and resolve any shipment issues.
• Receive, inspect, document, store, and issue all items, materials, and equipment, ensuring inventory accuracy.
• Maintain and utilize the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for inventory control, tracking transfers, and reporting.
• Maintain inventory of all goods through counting, sorting, and organizing; ensure efficient warehouse layout and accessibility.
• Effectively communicate warehouse conditions, stock levels, and material availability to plant management.
• Assist Maintenance with mechanical and electrical repairs on equipment as needed.
• Prepare and stage parts kits or materials to support Maintenance work orders, repairs, and planned outages.
• Operate forklifts, trucks, and vans for material movement, loading, and unloading in a safe and efficient manner; maintain forklift certification.
• Maintain records of fixed assets, purchase requisitions, and inventory levels, support audits, surveys, and reporting.
• Perform other tasks as requested by plant management.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The Warehouse Specialist reports to the Maintenance Manager, takes general direction from plant management and coordinates with all other plant personnel as needed in support of the daily operation of the plant.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The Warehouse Specialist works a standard Monday to Friday day-shift schedule. This position will require extended hours, flexible shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability as needed to support plant operations and business needs.

Compensation

This position offers a base pay rate ranging from $32.00 to $38.00 per hour, along with eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Core Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required, with the ability to understand and follow procedures and instructions. An associate degree or technical training in supply chain, logistics, industrial operations, or a related field is preferred. Relevant industry or military experience may be considered in lieu of additional education.
• Proven experience overseeing warehouse operations in industrial or power plant environments, including inventory control, storage, distribution, shipping, and receiving of parts, chemicals, and safety equipment.
• At least one year of experience in a mechanical trade or industrial environment is preferred, with hands-on experience in equipment handling, maintenance support, or technical operations.
• Strong knowledge of inventory tracking systems and best practices, including cycle counts and physical inventories, with the ability to optimize warehouse layout for efficiency.
• Valid forklift certification and experience safely operating forklifts, trucks, and vans for loading, unloading, and moving materials and equipment in compliance with safety standards; able to maintain certification in good standing.
• Familiarity with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations as they relate to warehouse operations, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.
• Proficient in procurement processes, including supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, purchase order management, and collaboration with Operations and Maintenance teams; experienced in conducting audits, surveys, and managing supplier performance.
• Skilled in using computerized accounting, inventory control, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for procurement, reporting, and overall warehouse management; general accounting experience is desirable.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills, with keen attention to detail; able to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We serve clients across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors throughout North America and internationally, supporting the full life cycle of power generation and other industrial facilities.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, USERRA-protected status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Warehouse

Intermediate

Mechanical Aptitude

Intermediate

CMMS - Computerized Maintenance Mgmt System

Intermediate

Inventory Control

Intermediate

Organizational Skills

Intermediate

Purchase Orders

Intermediate

Purchasing

Intermediate

Verbal and Written Communications

Intermediate

Safety Program Development and Maintenance

Some Knowledge

Safety Policies and Procedures Management

Some Knowledge

Safety & Compliance Standards (OSHA/NFPA/EPA)

Intermediate

Forklift Operations

Intermediate

Procurement

Intermediate

Accounting

Some Knowledge

Inventory Management Program

Intermediate

Mechanical Maintenance

Some Knowledge

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Technical/other training or better in Accounting.

Experience

Preferred

Proven experience overseeing warehouse operations in industrial or power plant environments, including inventory control, storage, distribution, shipping, and receiving of parts, chemicals, and safety equipment.

At least one year of experience in a mechanical trade or industrial environment is preferred, with hands-on experience in equipment handling, maintenance support, or technical operations.

Strong knowledge of inventory tracking systems and best practices, including cycle counts and physical inventories, with the ability to optimize warehouse layout for efficiency.

Valid forklift certification and experience safely operating forklifts, trucks, and vans for loading, unloading, and moving materials and equipment in compliance with safety standards; able to maintain certification in good standing.

Familiarity with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations as they relate to warehouse operations, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.

Proficient in procurement processes, including supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, purchase order management, and collaboration with Operations and Maintenance teams; experienced in conducting audits, surveys, and managing supplier performance.

Skilled in using computerized accounting, inventory control, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for procurement, reporting, and overall warehouse management; general accounting experience is desirable.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

Preferred

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