Powell is a manufacturer of switchgear and other electrical equipment. We are currently hiring an Inventory Lead in the LV Assembly department at our Southeast Houston manufacturing facility. Schedule: Monday-Thursday 4:30am-3:00pm; OT as needed

As a Lead Material Handler you will be performing the following tasks:

• Support the leadership of a group of Material Handlers to achieve timely receipts, stocking and record keeping of new and existing materials
• Ensure Safety practices are maintained
• Coordinate efficient work schedules with other Leads and key Production personnel.
• Coordinate and expedite internal processes within the dept. to achieve kitting deadlines and other need by dates for internal and external customers.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of personnel throughout the organization.
• Effectively manage resources to achieve all daily tasks.
• Properly pack and prepare materials and equipment for internal and external customers.
• Deliver material to manufacturing areas by physically moving parts by hand, forklift and other means securing loads when required.
• When needed, packaging, marking and labeling of all material for shipment according to Company procedures.
• Properly document all incoming and outgoing paperwork.
• Examine outgoing shipments to ensure shipments meet specifications. Sign off on the Inspection checklist.
• Maintain inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
• Support Inventory Control through cycle counting request.
• Additional tasks per supervisor request.

Job Requirements:

• While performing your daily tasks you will be required to:
• Work independently or as a part of a small team, and perform required tasks with little direct supervision.
• Use math, reading, and writing skills to perform job function.
• Work up to 12 hour shifts upon request. 
• Occasionally work a 6th day (Saturday) and 7th day (Sunday) during normal shift.
• Maintain a clean work environment. 
• Follow company operating procedures, safety rules, and ISO requirements.
• Stand and walk on concrete floor frequently for a minimum of 2 hours per day.
• Good Safety record.
• Lift objects of up to 50 pounds frequently for a minimum of 2 hours per day.
• Bend and stoop frequently for a minimum of 2 hours per day.
• Read a mechanical part or assembly drawing.
• Read and use a linear tape measure.
• Read and use a scale.
• Follow company operating procedures, safety rules, and ISO requirements.
• Education and Experience:
• Able to speak, read and write in English.
• 2 - 5 years’ experience in Inventory Control.
• Previous experience in an Industrial or Warehouse setting
• Good leadership skills
• Good product knowledge
• Detail and results-oriented, excellent accuracy and commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to solve problems and prevent conflicts Forklift and other provided machine certifications are required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality System, Oracle Applications and Inventory Management.
• Able to read a mechanical part or assembly drawing.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office products.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Able to work in a fast-paced production/manufacturing environment.
• Stable and current work history; demonstrating the ability to stay at a job for more than 12 months is desirable.