Materials Coordinator

Idaho Power Company•Hailey, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Idaho Power is seeking a Materials Coordinator to join its Supply Chain team in Hailey, Idaho. The role manages material needs for internal and contracted project and maintenance crews and other work groups at assigned locations. The coordinator works with planners, leaders, and schedulers, develops relationships with customers and local leadership, handles materials independently, performs some purchasing duties, and provides general direction to Material Handlers as needed. The position requires accurate materials management, organized and clean work areas, adherence to safety standards, and a customer-service focus. The work includes using a computer to order supplies for the materials area and mechanic’s shop. It may also involve physical work such as bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, reaching, occasional crawling or lying on the ground, inspecting and operating forklifts, and loading or unloading equipment. Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required. The role participates in a 24/7 on-call rotation and may require work outside regular hours, including shifts, evenings, or weekends. The employee must live within 45 miles of the facility and be able to respond within 30 minutes when on call. Company-provided and approved safety footwear, flame-resistant clothing, and appropriate personal protective equipment are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of materials handling experience, or an equivalent combination of materials handling, inventory management, or purchasing experience.
One year of electronic inventory management or ERP system experience.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record based on the position’s driving requirements.
DOT Medical Card, or ability to obtain one before hire.
Current DOT FMCSA 49 CFR Part 383 Class A CDL, or ability to attain one within 120 days of hire.
Obtain First Aid/CPR card within 90 days.
Idaho Power forklift certification, or ability to obtain it within 90 days; rough-terrain and counterbalance forklift certifications are required.
Complete DOT PHMSA 49 CFR Part 172 hazardous-materials employee training.
Knowledge of safe material handling, loading and unloading, moving, storing, shipping, receiving, and inventory-control procedures.
Knowledge of hazardous-materials and waste handling, transportation, documentation, and disposal, including applicable state and federal regulations.
Knowledge of electric utility operations and typical industry materials and equipment.
Knowledge of ERP systems and general warehousing, including 5S Lean standards.
Basic reading, writing, and math skills; basic PC skills, including Microsoft Office.
Interpersonal communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to operate various types of electric, gas, and diesel lift-truck equipment.
Ability to perform moderately heavy manual labor, maintain accurate records, follow oral and written instructions, and interact effectively with the public and work teams.
Ability to load and unload carts with equipment weighing up to 85 pounds and exert push/pull force up to 145 pounds.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation for the DOT medical certificate.
Depending on location, pass an ATF 27 CFR Part 555 background check and be authorized as an Employee Possessor under IPC’s permit to handle explosives.
Live within 45 miles of the facility and be able to respond within 30 minutes for on-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of the Asset Suite inventory management module.
Experience with utility power production or delivery operations, materials, equipment, and practices.
Ability to visually distinguish among types of utility materials, tools, and equipment.
Ability to verify and reconcile material usage against work orders.
Five years of materials handling experience, or an equivalent combination of materials handling, inventory management, or purchasing experience.
Eighteen months as an Idaho Power Materials employee.
Depending on location, DOT Medical Card and Class A CDL at time of hire.
Idaho Power certification to operate forklifts and manlifts and a First Aid/CPR card.
Crane certification may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

Manage material needs for internal and contracted project and maintenance crews and other work groups at assigned locations.
Work closely with planners, leaders, and schedulers and build strong relationships with customers and local leadership.
Handle materials independently and perform some purchasing duties.
Provide general direction to Material Handlers as needed.
Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety standards in the materials area.
Ensure material accuracy and maintain neat, accurate, and legible records.
Use a computer to order supplies for the materials area and mechanic’s shop.
Handle, move, store, ship, receive, and maintain inventory of materials safely.
Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation and support local operations on special projects as needed.
Complete required hazardous-materials employee training.