Dallas Area Rapid Transit Hiring for Material Control Tech-Receiving Job at Dallas, TX Full Time

All interested applicants must apply and complete an application online. Please note. No applicant will be considered until the application for each position is achieved. The applicants may apply online at DART.org.

GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, performs complete spectrum warehousing, distribution, and materials logistics functions for Dallas Area Rapid Transit’s (DART) Material Control Division.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs all functions related to the management of material assets, including but not limited to stocking, issuing, shipping, receiving, storage, organization, expediting, planning, monitoring, asset security, placing, picking, counting, packaging, inspection, rotation, coordination, movement, transport /delivery and tracking of materials, parts, products, etc., from/to various facilities and remote locations, on a scheduled and non-scheduled basis.
• Coordinates shipping & receiving requirements within/outbound freight providers, vendors, contractors, and DART accounting, procurement, and internal sections. Participates in assembling, packing, crating, and shipping outgoing merchandise or material.
• Ensures shipments agree with a packing list, bills of lading, actual orders, etc.; rejects and reports damaged materials and variances. Loads/unloads merchandise or material from transport vehicles; coordinates incoming material to various user groups/customers.
• Verifies and reports the correctness and condition of data, equipment, and materials. Prepare, maintain and distribute detailed records accurately documenting material transactions: research and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Assists section supervisors in leading, training, planning, scheduling, assigning and monitoring the quantity and quality of work performed by section personnel. Ensures duties are performed according to established standards, policies, procedures, instructions, and guidelines, including safety and security regulations.
• Ensures locator system is accurate, reorder points are monitored, stock levels are maintained, and stock is marked, tagged, or labeled by established procedure.
• Ensures performance, quality, timeliness, accuracy, safety, security, and customer service standards are met. Makes recommendations or suggestions to improve warehouse operations and customer service. Immediately diffuses, resolves (within existing procedure/policy), and reports customer service concerns. Expedites internal material requirements.
• Supports particular programs and projects (i.e., maintenance campaigns, DART events, auctions, cyclical inventories, etc.) Assists Administration & Planning Section. Performs administrative/clerical duties associated with section operations (i.e., computer, data input, etc.)
• Acquires and maintains familiarity with all stocked materials, the general application/function of each part, and associated parts manuals and automated support systems.
• Inspects the work area to assess the condition of facilities, equipment, and tools. Corrects and reports safety hazards. As well as perform housekeeping and general maintenance of all section areas.
• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Note: An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be substituted for the below stated minimums, excluding High School Diploma, GED, Licenses, or Certifications.

• High school or general education diploma (GED) plus one (1) year of technical, vocational, or commercial training.
• Two (2) years of related experience in warehousing, shipping, receiving, inventory control, distribution, or logistics environment.
• Incumbents are subject to federal testing regulations for safety-sensitive positions, including random alcohol and drug testing, as a condition of continual employment.
• Must have a valid Texas Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or B with Passenger and Air Brakes Endorsements, no DWI/DUI conviction within the last sixty (60) consecutive months, not more than one (1) DWI/DUI on driving record, and not more than two (2) convictions of moving violations within the last thirty-six (36) consecutive months on driving record to operate DART vehicles. Must obtain CDL within ninety (90) days upon hire.
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical (medical) examination, which includes a drug screen to operate DART revenue and non-revenue vehicles; incumbents are subject to the federal testing regulations of safety-sensitive positions, which include random alcohol and drug-testing as a condition of continued employment.
• Must work safely with a constant degree of alertness.
• Can operate all warehouse equipment such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts, electric pallet jacks, cherry pickers, etc.
• Able to lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds, such as tools, equipment, and parts.
• Able to work flexible hours to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to work in crowded and tight spaces.
• Able to demonstrate proficiency in basic math skills (i.e., adding, subtraction, multiplication, etc.).
• Ability to pick up on technical things quickly; can learn new skills and knowledge; is good at learning new industries, companies, products, or specialized expertise like Internet technology; does well in technical courses and seminars
• Ability to be creative and comes up with new and unique ideas; quickly makes connections among previously unrelated notions; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to Sr Mgr Receiving & Dist *

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works in an environment with dust, noise, or temperature exposure. May be exposed to unpleasant working conditions, including dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals, assuming the incumbent observes all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and uses all protective clothing and devices provided.

Note: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The comments are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M/F/D/V