Material Specialist - Receiving

Job description

3112186
City

Houston
Career Level

Entry-Level
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Power
Business Segment

Power Power Services
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces

Texas
Postal Code

77015-6594
Role Summary/Purpose

The Material Specialist will process receiving and put-away transactions to meet KPI target of 24 hours “receipt to put-away” commitment.

Essential Responsibilities

As the Material Specialist, you will:

·  Follow thorough incoming inspection procedures to evaluate / audit to ensure conformance to quality standards i.e. damage material, shortages, overages, incorrect parts
·  Support in indirect PO (900 type) and mail type receipt, sorting, and management
·  Troubleshoot material related issues to include interaction with the Sourcing / Fulfillment team
·  Support material activities and problem solving through advanced usage of Oracle
·  Have the ability to interpret Illustrated Parts Books, Service Bulletins, Oracle, etc.
·  Identify and resolve configuration issues and systems issues
·  Coordinate parts credit returns and reallocations
·  Provide solutions to expected parts shortages to meet production needs
·  Collect data, run reports, track, communicate status, and update performance metrics
·  Track, order, inventory, organize, and maintain all types of tools, calibrated equipment, and shop supplies
·  Be responsible for receipt and coordination with Sourcing and may be required to interact with outside vendors
·  Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or manager

·  Support in backfilling Receiving Coordinator when out of office: responsibilities include discrepancy tracking and resolution, coordinating with GE Aviation team, and engine / can offloading, management, and tracking
·  Support in supporting in other critical warehouse operations which we have over capacity and it is feasible to reallocate resources
Qualifications/Requirements

·  High School Diploma / GED
·  Minimum of 1 year of experience in a warehouse, stockroom, or storage yard
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

·  Ability to be able to lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds
·  Ability to operate a forklift over 15,000 pounds
Desired Characteristics

·  Previous Material Handling experience  
·  Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English language
·  Advanced computer skills (Oracle, MS Excel, or another warehouse management system)
·  Be able to read engineering drawings, Illustrated Parts Books, and Service and Product Bulletins
·  Capability to actively work on multiple tasks at the same time
·  Certified to operate a forklift or ability to be certified under GE standards
·  Strong verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills
·  Minimum of 1 year of experience with barcode scanners
·  Experience with lean action work-outs

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About Us

GE is the world’s Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

GE Power is a world leader in power generation with deep domain expertise that helps customers deliver electricity from a wide spectrum of fuel sources. We are transforming the electricity industry with the digital power plant, the world’s largest & most efficient gas turbine, full balance of plant solutions and our data-leveraging software. Our innovative technologies and digital offerings help make power and water more affordable, reliable, accessible and sustainable.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is anEqual Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.