Regional Warehouse SpecialistPrint ( Warehouse SpecialistSalary$43,804.80 - $64,064.00 AnnuallyLocationLouisville, KYJob TypeFull-TimeJob Number24-159DivisionSupply Chain and Economic InclusionDepartmentStoreroom/InventoryOpening Date09/26/2024Closing Date10/9/2024 11:59 PM EasternPay GradeGrade 12Work days & hoursM-F 7:30am to 4:00pm & some SaturdaysDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob SummaryHandles the purchase, requisition, storage, transfer and issuing of assets within assigned warehouse and other regional warehouse locations. Performs administrative, recordkeeping, SAP data entry and manual tasks of moderate difficulty in the operation of the Utility's warehouse. Stocks and distributes equipment, materials, tools and parts to customers. Assists customers with the measuring, weighing and shipping of packages and freight. Prepares SDS labels for unmarked containers. Unloads trucks and follows safe handling practices. Records daily deliveries, giving notification to end-users of inbound assets/cargo. Monitors inventory through stock issues, daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counting, and annual physical inventory audits. Tracks non-inventory capital spare parts. Reorders supplies through vendors per procurement policies. Adjusts inventory levels to meet reorder point and maximum levels when needed. Investigates vendor and inventory related matters. Supports the maintenance planning functions within SAP. Repairs and assembles small tools as needed. Operates forklift and pallet jack. Performs other duties as assigned.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms various data entries in SAP/MIGO for materials management, under the direct supervision of the Regional Warehouse Supervisor. Issues and receives materials, and reverses erroneous data inputs. Corrects price discrepancies within SAP/POs and accounting with issuers and receivers through VIM. Assists with maintaining acceptable level of stock at all times, through materials management, by reviewing material history. Adjusts appropriate levels for reorder and maximum stock to reduce downtime, carrying costs, and stock-out situations. Inspects incoming stock for conformity to purchase orders and packing lists, and reports shortages, damages, and other discrepancies. Expedites orders for proper operation of facilities. Assists operations staff in tracking non-inventory parts. Maintains inventory counts on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis. Utilizes and manages Procurement Card purchases, invoices, and reorders supplies through vendors per procurement policies. Adjusts inventory levels to meet reorder point and maximum levels as needed. Issues and tracks tools/equipment issued to employees. Utilizes MSDS Pro to search and prepare SDS labels for unmarked containers housed by chemicals. Assesses height and stacking of deliveries for unloading, adhering to safe handling practices. Records daily deliveries, notifies customers of deliveries and investigates missing parcel deliveries. Facilitates inventory through receiving, issuing, daily cycle counting, and conducting annual physical inventories of stock. Performs maintenance planning support functions and activities in SAP. Provides general information on parts, applications and availability of tools/equipment. Participates in the monitoring of stock levels and ordering of materials. Assists in the evaluation of new products, equipment and work methods. Reviews purchase orders and inbound documentation to ensure accuracy. Performs and monitors data entry in SAP for requisitions, receiving and stock issues. Resolves vendor disputes with Procurement and Accounts Payable involving ordering, delivery, and payment discrepancies. Maintains knowledge of all warehouse facilities and helps sustain operations at various regional plants and rotates as needed. Administers and tracks non-inventory items. Provides audit accountability and security of non-inventory items.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Necessary to the WorkKnowledge of inventory applications and inventory control procedures; knowledge of MSD procurement policies and procedures; knowledge of barcode scanners; knowledge of mechanical and electrical components, construction materials and supplies; knowledge of hand and electrical tools and their applications; skill in using SAP and/or other ERP inventory control systems or MSD data systems; skill in data entry and record keeping; skill in managing multiple priorities; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to organize work effectively; ability to operate a PC and associated Windows environment software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite); ability to operate a fork lift and sweeper; ability to work under adverse working conditions such as inclement weather; ability to work effectively under heavy, unpredictable surges in workload; ability to work 24 hour emergency response, various shifts, weekends and mandatory overtime; ability to make decisions; ability to prioritize work effectively; ability to effectively troubleshoot and resolve potential problems; ability to work in a team environment with a diverse workforce; ability to be courteous and helpful under pressure.Minimum RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED; two or more years of storeroom/warehouse experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Must possess forklift certification or acquire it within 6 months of obtaining the position. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must have safe work and driving habits.NON-UNIT, NON-EXEMPTThe following is a brief description of the major benefits that are provided to you as a Non-Unit, Non-Exempt employee of MSD. You will receive more detailed information on these benefits as they become effective. Please contact MSD’s Benefits Administrator at 540-6217 if you have any questions on any of the areas summarized below:Group Health Care PlansHospital/SurgicalMSD offers its employees and their dependents a health care plan that provides a wide variety of benefit coverage, including hospital, surgical, physicians, and prescription drugs. The company and employee share in the cost of this coverage. Coverage is effective 60 days after date of hire.Dental BenefitsMSD’s dental program offers coverage for a range of dental services, including diagnostic, preventive care, and orthodontic benefits for children. The company and employee share in the cost of this coverage. Coverage is effective 60 days after date of hire.Group Disability/Life Insurance BenefitsShort-Term DisabilityEffective after the completion of an employee’s new hire probationary period this plan provides 66 2/3% of your regular weekly wage during the period of any disabling illness or injury. Benefits begin the first day of disability, if hospitalized as an inpatient or over 23 hours, and on the sixth day under a doctor’s care if not hospitalized. Employees can draw up to 26 weeks of disability benefits in a twelve (12) month period.Long-Term DisabilityMSD offers a LTD plan which provides a replacement income of 66 2/3% of your insured pre-disability earnings in the event of an illness or injury that keeps a plan participant from work for more than six months. There is a six- month eligibility waiting period. When eligible, coverage is effective after a 180-day elimination period and is payable up to age 65.VOYA Personal Accident PlanBenefits are payable for a covered employee’s or covered dependent’s injury caused by a covered accident that occurs on or off the job. Premiums are the responsibility of the employee and are payroll deducted. Coverage is effective 60 days after date of hire.VOYA Critical Illness PlanBenefits are payable for diagnosis of specified covered critical illnesses for the employee and dependents enrolled on the plan. Premiums are the responsibility of the employee and are payroll deducted. Coverage is effective 60 days after date of hire.Basic/Supplemental Life InsuranceBasic Life& AD&D insurance is provided at no cost to the employees. The life amount is one times your annual salary to a maximum of $300,000. Additional life insurance coverage, including dependent life is offered with the employee paying the premium cost. Special features include airbag benefit, beneficiary resource services, education benefit, repatriation benefit, seat belt benefit and waiver of premium. Coverage is effective 60 days after date of hire.RetirementCounty Employees Retirement System (CERS) – also referred to as Kentucky Public Pensions AuthorityAll employees participate in the CERS after one year of service. This one-year service requirement is waived in the event you have previously participated in CERS or one of the other Kentucky Public Pensions Authority (KPPA) programs. The plan is funded by joint contributions made by MSD and the employee. Plan members are required to contribute 6% of his/her gross salary through payroll deductions and MSD is required to contribute at an actuarially determined rate. Both MSD and employee contributions are set by the legislature and are subject to change. Vesting is achieved after 5 years of participation.Employee savings plans (401(k)) and 457MSD makes it easy for employees to plan for their retirement by offering a savings program that allows employees to accumulate savings through individual before-tax payroll contributions. MSD does not contribute any matching funds to either of the above plans. MSD’s financial involvement is assisting in the administration of both plans. Employees are eligible to participate in this plan from the first day of employment.Mission Square Retirement (formerly ICMA-RC) and Kentucky Deferred Comp IRAsMission Square Retirement and the Kentucky Public Employees Deferred Compensation Authority both offer Traditional and Roth IRAs to MSD employees through individual payroll contributions. The Traditional IRA allows you to defer taxes on your earnings until they are withdrawn. Roth contributions and earnings are tax free if withdrawn after five years and after age 59 ½ or for a qualified purpose. Employees are eligible to participate in this plan from the first day of employment.Paid Time Away From WorkPersonal DaysOn each December 1, employees are granted seven (7) Personal Days for use for any reason during the 12-month period ending the next November 30. When used, employees must notify their supervisor in advance. Unused hours will be paid to you in December. New employees receive a prorated amount of Personal Days, after 60 days of employment, for the balance of the twelve (12) month period ending November 30. Upon termination, employees will either be paid for the excess personal days earned over those used or will owe MSD the excess of personal days used over personal days earned. (Personal days earned is determined by proration over a twelve (12) month period.)HolidaysAn annual schedule of MSD’s eleven (11) paid holidays is posted each January. (Refer to Policies and Benefits Manual for complete listing.) Employees who are employed as of January 1 will also receive one (1) floating holiday for that year. Employees are eligible for holiday pay from the first day of employment.VacationVacation hours are accrued proportionately on a weekly basis beginning with the employee’s date of hire. Accrued vacation hours are available to the employee as they are accrued. Employees may request vacation time in accordance with current guidelines. The maximum amount of accrued vacation is 320 hours.Other Benefits:Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)MSD offers two flexible spending accounts that allow employees to pay for certain dependent day care and health care expenses with pre-tax earnings. The dependent day care account may be used to pay for child care providers, day care facilities and certain other expenses related to the care of an employee's dependent children while he or she is at work. It may also be used to pay for care provided to an individual with a physical or mental handicap who is the employee's dependent, regardless of age. The health care account may be used to pay for IRS-allowable medical, dental, or vision expenses that are not covered by a health insurance policy. Employees are eligible to participate in this plan 60 days after date of hire.Health Savings Account (HSA)MSD offers a health savings account to coincide with the medical High Deductible Plan (HDHP). The account allows employees to pay for certain health care expenses not covered by the insurance policies. The HSA may be used to pay for IRS-allowable medical, dental, or vision expenses that are not covered by a health insurance policy. Employees are eligible to participate in this plan 60 days after date of hire.Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) entitles qualified employees up to twelve (12) weeks of unpaid leave per 12-month rolling period for the birth or adoption of a child, placement of a child for foster care, to care for a spouse or an immediate family member with a serious health problem or a serious health condition of the employee. The full text version of MSD’s Family and Medical Leave is available in the Employee Policy Manual.Paid Parental Leave (PPL)Paid Parental Leave of absence is offered to non-probationary, full time and part time employees who meet FMLA eligibility guidelines. The purpose of PPL is to enable MSD employees to care for and bond with a newborn or a newly adopted or newly placed child. This policy runs concurrently with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave, as applicable.Workers’ CompensationMSD insures all employees for Workers’ Compensation. The administration of Workers’ Compensation benefits will be in accordance with the Kentucky Revised Statutes. Coverage is effective from the first day of employment.Wellness Program – “Exercising Wellness”MSD’s Wellness Committee continues to expand its workplace wellness initiatives by providing employees with tools and incentives that will improve their health, help reduce medical cost and boost worker productivity. Initiatives such as free use of on-site fitness centers, wellness seminars, health-risk screenings at the annual health fair and a disease management program offered through the group medical plan, are just a few of the incentives available to MSD employees.Travel InsuranceMSD provides travel insurance for employees in the amount of $150,000 per person or $500,000 per accident.Private ParkingEach employee is provided free parking for their private vehicle. However, the employee is responsible for insuring against damage or theft.Service RecognitionMSD shall recognize the length of time an employee has served MSD by awarding the employee a gift after each five (5) year period of service and at the time of retirement with ten (10) or twenty (20) years of service. This award will appear on the employee’s paycheck and is subject to tax withholdings.Tuition AssistanceMSD shall reimburse employees for successful completion of approved classes/programs up to a maximum of $5,250 per fiscal year for education expenses related to tuition, books and fees (subject to the availability of funds). Current reimbursement is: 100% for an A, 85% for a B, and 70% for a C. Full-time and part-time employees who have successfully completed their probationary period (at the time the course begins) are eligible to participate in this program.Employee AssistanceMSD offers a confidential counseling and referral service through an outside agency for employees and their families. This program also sponsors seminars on a variety of topics. This service is available to employees from the first day of employment.Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Since MSD is a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loansafter you’ve made the equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan ( , andwhile working full-time for an eligible employer ( .For more information and to see if you qualify, go to: you have a valid driver's license?YesNo02Do you have a High School diploma or GED?YesNo03Do you have forklift experience?YesNo04Do you have experience using SAP accounting software? If yes, please describe.Required QuestionAgencyLouisville Metropolitan Sewer DistrictAddress700 W. Liberty Street Louisville, Kentucky, 40203Website verify your email address Verify Email