Warehouse Technician
Position Summary
This position is responsible for assisting in purchasing, maintaining inventory control, shipping, receiving, and labeling of materials in accordance with applicable permits, laws, rules, and regulations.
Technician 1: Entry-level class. The Technician works under general supervision, performing the essential functions at an adequate level.
Technician 2: Journey-level class. The Technician works under general supervision, independently performing the essential functions at an advanced level.
Technician 3: Expert-level class. The Technician works with minimal supervision and has mastered the knowledge and skills needed to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
•Maintains physical and computerized inventory levels and ensures an optimum balance between parts on hand and minimum down time due to parts availability.
•Maintains documentation of inventory levels and equipment out for repairs.
•Operates forklift, other lifting and heavy equipment and performs shipping and receiving duties in accordance with purchasing guidelines and U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
•Maintains a clean and orderly warehouse and lay-down yard and keeps hand tools in good working condition.
•Maintains accurate and up to date records of the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) program as directed by the Warehouse Tech 2/Warehouse Supervisor.
•Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner, enter and exit vehicle without assistance, remain alert while driving for continuous periods of time and read and understand maps.
•Must be able to work weekends and/or holidays (or one or the other) when necessary.
•When assigned as a Warehouse Technician 2 or 3:
•Administers and maintains physical and computerized inventory levels and ensures an optimum balance between parts on hand and minimum down time due to parts availability.
•Assists Plant Manager and other plant personnel with specifying, purchasing, and receiving goods in accordance with purchasing guidelines.
•Coordinates the preventive maintenance and repair of heavy equipment, lifting devices, and vehicles.
•Oversees and maintains documentation of inspection and maintenance records of lifting equipment and vehicles.
•Establishes and maintains vendor relationships that will promote and ensure competitive pricing.
•Assists in the administration of the work order portion of the computerized maintenance system.
•Responsible for accurate and up to date administration of the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) program
•When assigned as a Warehouse Technician 3:
•Works with Plant Manager to assist with budgeting and warehouse material forecasting.
•Supervises interns and temporary employees as needed.
Other Responsibilities
•Assists in the placement of hazardous waste in appropriate containers and for proper waste container management.
•Performs other duties as assigned.
•When assigned as a Warehouse Technician 2 or 3:
•Responsible for placement of hazardous waste in appropriate containers and for proper waste container management.
•Other duties and projects as assigned by management.
Education, Experience, and Skills Required
•Previous maintenance/warehouse experience is a plus.
•The applicant should be accurate, detail oriented, self-managing and self-motivated.
•Strong organizational, planning, interpersonal skills and strong attention to detail and follow through skills.
•Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
•Able to work individually and in a team-oriented environment with the ability to multi-task and change priorities.
•Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet, knowledge of Microsoft Access is desirable.
•Must be able to communicate with other employees and read and write at a level that will enable to perform the job duties safely and efficiently.
•Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s Safe Driving policy.
•When assigned as a Warehouse Technician 2:
•5 years’ experience in inventory control, shipping and receiving. Experience in a maintenance/warehouse is a plus.
•This position requires initial and annual Hazardous Waste Management Training, Initial 24-Hour Hazardous Waste and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Training to the First Responder “Operational” Level, with annual 8-hour refresher training, and Initial and Tri-annual Department of Transportation (DOT) Training.
•When assigned as a Warehouse Technician 3:
•8+ years’ experience in a maintenance warehouse responsible for inventory control, shipping and receiving.
Physical Requirements
•The ability to work at a computer and computer monitor and use repetitive motion for long periods of time.
•The ability to lift 50 pounds periodically.
•Must be able to climb ladders, work off of elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
•Must be able to wear and work in fire retardant clothing provided by Ormat.
•Must wear protective equipment in the performance of some duties as required by safety procedures and regulations.
•The ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.
•Exposure to adverse weather conditions.