Warehouse Clerk

JACKSON ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION

WAREHOUSE CLERK
Lawrenceville Office

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Jackson EMC has a high interest in priority referrals of protected veterans for our job openings.
Jackson EMC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer including, Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

There is one (1) full-time opening

POSITION OBJECTIVES: To provide an efficient and effective warehousing and receiving system for all materials and supplies required by the Cooperative for line construction, maintenance, and other functions; to work in a team oriented environment in accordance with the mission and vision of the Cooperative.

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

EDUCATION: Require High school diploma or equivalent. Prefer education beyond high school with emphasis in accounting. For a warehouse clerk position involving interdepartmental transfer of materials and supplies, the candidate must possess or obtain a CDL Learner's Permit within the first 6 months in the position, keep the learner's permit for at least 6 months, and obtain a CDL within one year from the date of hire in the position. Require ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted on an intermittent basis. Require forklift certification within first 6 months.

EXPERIENCE: As this is an entry-level position, a minimum experience requirement is not specified. Prefer experience in work related to the requirements of the position, including receiving, storing, and issuing material with related clerical work of inventory and control.

KNOWLEDGE: Require a working knowledge of, or the basic knowledge to learn to apply the principles related to, the duties of the position, including receiving and issuing materials and supplies, determining the materials required to make up construction units, keeping inventory records, compiling reports, and maintaining neat and orderly storage of materials and supplies. Require the willingness to pursue a continuous program of self-development both inside and outside of work hours in furthering his/her knowledge to develop in the job and accept increasing responsibilities.

SKILLS: Require effective leadership skills, excellent professional communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work in a team environment. Require the ability to perform neat and accurate clerical work required by the duties of the position and according to schedules. Require the ability to meet and effectively communicate with member-consumers, sales representatives, the general public, and employees so as to stimulate good will and effective relations. Require the ability to organize work and make recommendations for the establishment of an effective warehousing system, including storage and control procedures. Require the ability to follow work procedures and schedules, interpret verbal and written instructions, maintain harmony among workers, and reason and make sound judgments.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS AND CONDITIONS:

Reports to: District Warehouse Coordinator

Directs: None

Internal: Actively participates within the Cooperative team environment to develop supportive relationships essential to the success of the functions of this position, achieving the results expected and encouraging throughout the organization the concepts of teamwork and cooperative spirit.

External: Develops and maintains supportive relationships with member/consumers, the general public, and other external contacts to assure positive results.

This position is primarily medium work; requires visual acuity as a mobile equipment operator; requires ability to hear, talk, grasp, lift, walk, stand, and reach; and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given position may change or be temporarily altered based on the needs of Jackson Electric Membership Corporation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment document.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assembles materials required for construction work order sheets, prepares for issue to line crews, and receives and checks all material in excess of requirements for return to stock according to established procedure.

2. Receives/checks in all materials and prepares receiving report as required.

3. Prepares information on needs to maintain adequate stock levels of tools, specialized equipment, and spare parts.

4. Unloads/transports materials as required or directed.

5. Packs/ships material returned to suppliers due to damage or order error.

6. Provides storage for specialized tools and equipment within warehouse spaces, receives broken tools that are turned in for repair or replacement, and takes appropriate action to have damaged tools repaired or replaced.

7. Transmits and receives calls on Cooperative radio and communicates essential information to line crew and service personnel in field as required.

8. Checks in all salvageable materials and disposes of unusable material and adjusts records according to established procedures.

9. Sells used poles and collects payment according to established procedures.

10. Maintains storeroom and warehouse spaces in clean, neat, orderly manner.

11. Checks deliveries of gasoline and oil and transmits delivery tickets to appropriate personnel as required.

12. Stays informed of all Cooperative policies and procedures and attends and participates in special meetings and training sessions as required.

13. Assists in inventory spot checks and full inventory counts according to departmental procedures.

14. Develops working knowledge of REA line construction and specifications.

15. Complies with all traffic laws, safety rules, and regulations when operating assigned vehicles while being constantly alert to the safety of the vehicle, its occupants, and its loads.

16. Attends job training and safety meetings as required or directed.

17. Is familiar with and follows the best safety practices set forth in the Cooperative's Safety Manual.

18. Attends and participates in annual meeting as required or directed.

19. Performs such other duties as may be required or directed.

Jackson EMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer