Material Specialist

NAES•Aquasco, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Chalk Point Generating Station, situated in Aquasco, Maryland, is a key power generation facility with a total capacity of approximately 1,618 MW. The station features a diverse lineup of nine generating units, including seven gas turbines and two steam turbines. This strategic configuration enhances efficiency and reliability, ensuring the station effectively meets regional energy demands. The Materials Specialist supports the safe and efficient operation of Chalk Point Generating Station by managing warehouse activities, inventory control, and material distribution. This role is responsible for receiving, storing, issuing, and tracking materials while maintaining accurate records through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and other business systems. Working closely with plant personnel, the Materials Specialist helps ensure materials are readily available to support reliable operations and maintenance activities while maintaining compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Requirements

Experience in inventory control, procurement, and warehouse operations, including purchasing, vendor management, materials tracking, accounting support, and ERP/CMMS system utilization.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to safely operate forklifts, Lulls, and other material handling equipment, or the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical procedures, specifications, drawings, and work instructions while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory records.
Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments, collaborate across departments, and maintain attention to detail.
Working knowledge of warehouse safety practices, inventory control procedures, and applicable environmental regulations.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

Nice To Haves

An Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field is preferred.
Relevant industry or military experience may be considered.
Preferred experience in materials management, warehouse operations, inventory control, or supply chain functions within a power generation, industrial, manufacturing, or similarly regulated environment.
Proficiency using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), ERP systems, or other inventory management software to process material transactions and maintain accurate inventory records.
Experience receiving, storing, issuing, handling, and tracking materials while maintaining inventory accuracy through routine cycle counts and physical inventories.
DOT and RCRA training, or the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, label, store, and issue materials, tools, and equipment while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory records.
Perform inventory control activities, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation to ensure accurate stock levels and material availability.
Process material transactions within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and other business systems to maintain accurate inventory and work order records.
Coordinate the distribution of materials and equipment to maintenance and operations personnel, ensuring timely availability to support plant activities.
Operate forklifts, Lulls, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently to transport, load, unload, and store materials throughout the facility.
Organize and maintain warehouse storage areas to promote efficient material retrieval, proper housekeeping, and compliance with safety and storage requirements.
Support the collection, segregation, documentation, and disposition of salvageable materials in accordance with company procedures and environmental requirements.
Monitor designated non-hazardous satellite storage areas to ensure materials are properly stored, identified, and managed in compliance with applicable regulations.
Complete required Chain of Custody documentation and maintain accurate records for controlled materials, equipment, and related inventory transactions.
Follow established safety practices, company policies, and environmental requirements while performing materials management duties and assisting with additional assignments as needed.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned in support of station operations and organizational objectives.