Material Handler 2

M.C. Dean, Inc•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

The Material Handler II reports directly to the Material Supervisor and uses knowledge of design-build electrical industry materials to perform logistics tasks, including receiving, storing, and issuing materials, equipment, and other items from M.C. Dean’s warehouse and suppliers. The role requires a solid understanding of Logistics Service Center processes and procedures, handling a wide variety of tasks, and assisting with problem-solving. The position also involves maintaining inventory and equipment records, using internal software systems, supporting other project staff, and helping train less experienced staff when appropriate.

Requirements

At least 3 years of demonstrated experience with a high school diploma or GED, or at least 2 years of experience with an associate degree.
Proficiency with electrical design-build industry materials and equipment, and M.C. Dean Logistics Service Center processes and procedures.
Demonstrated experience and proficiency with intermediate-level Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
Excellent reporting and tracking skills, a record of accuracy and high productivity, a professional work ethic, and strict compliance with safety policies and procedures.
Competency managing critical tasks individually, such as controlling consignment programs, tool management, managing laydown areas, or managing loading and unloading zones and other assigned responsibilities.
Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds regularly, and to load and unload, operate equipment, and assist with material transportation while following proper lifting techniques and safety protocols.
Ability to relocate a 12-foot stepladder without assistance.
Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet and climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
Ability to walk, climb, lift, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and reach overhead routinely and repetitively.
Good vision, which may be corrected, ability to see color, and ability to hear and communicate in English.
Ability to use a standard ladder without exceeding its weight limit while carrying tools.
Ability to recognize when something is wrong or likely to go wrong.
Ability to apply general rules to specific problems and produce sensible answers.
Ability to combine information to form general rules or conclusions, including identifying relationships among seemingly unrelated events.
Ability to see details at close range and listen to and understand spoken information and ideas.

Responsibilities

Receive, verify, and count stock items and record corresponding data as appropriate.
Verify inventory computations by comparing them with physical stock counts.
Investigate inventory discrepancies and reconcile errors.
Pack and unpack items for stocking in material storage areas.
Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electronic marking tools, and other labeling equipment.
Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in compliance with safety regulations.
Determine appropriate storage methods based on stock location, turnover, environmental factors, and facility capabilities.
Store stock items in an orderly, safe, and accessible manner in warehouses, supply rooms, material storage areas, and laydown areas.
Inspect stock items for wear or defects and report damage to supervisors.
Maintain records of stock and stock-handling equipment usage and damage.
Develop working knowledge of and use the Material Requisition System, Equipment Transfer System, and Procurement Mobile.
Apply knowledge of the design-build electrical industry and Logistics Service Center processes and procedures to respond to inquiries, questions, and concerns.
Apply knowledge of materials and equipment in the M.C. Dean environment and assist with training and mentoring less experienced staff when appropriate.
Complete assigned projects and tasks productively, within appropriate time frames and scheduled deadlines.
Use advanced reporting and tracking functions in Microsoft Excel.
Communicate professionally and appropriately at all levels, verbally and in writing, including through Microsoft Outlook.
Assist other project staff as needed.