Description

Warehouse Operations Technician

Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO - a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance and treatment services for more than 2 million people in the Denver Metro area.

At Metro, we help you be your best so we can do our best. You will join a team that offers stability, flexibility, and the opportunity to make a difference. We take pride in being part of an industry-leading team who serves the community by protecting the region’s health and environment.


Description

Maintains Metro’s warehouses at the Robert W. Hite Treatment Facility and Northern Treatment Plant by performing and coordinating a variety of duties related to receiving, shipping, delivery, inspection, handling, classifying, storing, issuing and inventorying materials necessary to support Metro’s mission. Responsible for keeping records of materials and equipment. Works with the supervisor and lead to accomplish daily operational activities and resolves issues and actively participates in continuous improvement activities. Works under the direction of the Senior Warehouse Operations Manager and team lead.


Examples of Duties

1. Receive and verify incoming shipments or deliveries. Ensure shipments are complete and free of damage.  Reports and resolves, where necessary and required, any discrepancies. Inputs necessary information into information management systems.
2. Store materials and equipment in designated areas ensuring optimal utilization of space according to predetermined sequences.  Mark materials and/or equipment with identifying information and rotating product as appropriate.
3. Review and resolve discrepancies as identified in the daily pick ticket report as requested.  Summarizes and presents findings to management as required and/or necessary for further action. Issues and returns stocked materials, tools, and equipment. Monitor tool check-out file for permanent issues and keeps files current.
4. Assist with Metro’s recycling and surplus/scrap property programs as necessary.
5. Train and maintain proficiency in operating automated systems necessary for warehouse operations.  Includes, but not limited to, enterprise asset management and financial systems, Microsoft Office, etc. Operates and maintains proficiency/training/certification for equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, manlifts, vehicles, and other equipment necessary for warehouse operations.
6. Prepare materials and equipment for shipment and complete required documentation according to shipping instructions. Recommends and verifies that appropriate methods and shippers are used and coordinates with requestor and management, as necessary. 
7. Performs and reconciles inventory and cycle counts of materials, tools and equipment.
8.  Ensures the efficient and safe operation of material handling equipment, vehicles, and meets all safety requirements.
9.  Assists in materials control within the warehouse operation and reports any discrepancies/issues to management.
10. Maintains a clean, neat, and orderly work area.  Assists in maintaining warehouse security.
11. Processes receipts, storage, and issues of hazardous chemicals and universal waste in accordance with defined safety practices.
12. Assist with receipt and delivery coordination of contractor shipments to support Metro construction projects and other operational requirements.
13. Receives, inventories, and delivers orders associated with Metro’s purchase card program.
14. Assists with e-receiving and collaborates/coordinates with buyers as necessary.
15. Works with all internal and external warehouse customers to ensure Metro needs are met and provides exceptional customer service.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of:

• Basic Mathematics (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
• Warehouse operations
• General office processes and procedures
• MS Office software

Skilled at:

• Working in a warehouse or similar environment
• Working with automated systems to support warehouse operations
• Utilizing technology to seek and share resources and information

Ability to:

• Work with minimal supervision
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Assist with writing SOP’s
• Recommend process improvements and efficiencies
• Obtain and maintain proficiency in equipment certification (forklift, pallet Jack, man lift, Metro vehicle operation, etc.
• Perform effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Think and act strategically in an organizational” Big Picture” context
• Identify problems, craft effective solutions, act decisively and demonstrate good judgement

Education
Graduation from high school or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are required.


Working Conditions

Typical Work Environment

Variety of floor surfaces, including concrete, gravel, asphalt, dirt, tile, loose stones, uneven surfaces, slippery surfaces, and wet surfaces; Inside environment; Outside environment all year in all weather conditions and temperatures; Chemicals; Lighting conditions including natural light, fluorescent, head lamps, incandescent, and low light; Vibration; Moving Equipment.


Body Position Demands

Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing ladders; Reaching forward and overhead; Balancing; Object handling; Simple hand/Firm hand grasping; Operating controls; Sitting; Stooping; Kneeling; Crouching; Crawling: Typing; Fine hand coordination.


Physical Demands (max forces are expected to be infrequent)

• Max Weight Lifted: 78 lbs. (157/2-person lift)
• Max Weight Carried: 78 lbs. (157/2-person lift)
• Max Force Pushed: 100 lbs.
• Max Force Pulled: 100 lbs.
  
  
  

Sensory Requirements

Wide field of; Vision - Near; Depth perception; Color discrimination; Perception - spatial and form; Feeling with fingers; Speaking; Vision - near and far; Hearing

Metro Water Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants for employment with Metro Water Recovery must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.