Inventory/Material Control Clerk - 90301655 - Chicago, IL (Chicago, IL, US, 60607) - Amtrak

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Must be available for daily call periods as assigned by Manager/Lead. This person will be required to work in a lockdown facility due to the high dollar value of the inventory.

This position:

• Required to load and unload trucks, including wheel trucks and empty trash dumpsters as needed Must be able to operate all shop equipment
• Receives, issues, and transfers material using the on line BOL and Amtrak’s Inventory System, SAP Restocking Supply Pro Vending machine as needed and creating material transfers for supplies 
• Responsible for accurate cycle inventories as well as daily inventory and communicating any discrepancies
• Will also be involved with root cause analysis on inventory discrepancies
• Process Warranty material through Amtrak’s SAP & SAGE software, including contacting vendor for
• RMA documentation for proper reconciliation
• Communicate and assist with inventory and delivery of bulk containers of car wash soap 
• When instructed, contact vendors when delivery is needed
• Maintain neat and clean work area
• Adhere to facility Safety Policy
• Must be forklift qualified 
• Must have a valid unrestricted driver's license 
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Work in office and warehouse as needed 
• Complete other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Warehouse forklift, Electric pallet jacks, Shipping and Receiving tools Crimpers etc 
• Gen Warehouse Materials Receiving and Stocking and packaging procedures
• SAP Warehouse Management Software application for managing inventory experience a plus
• Safety and Security knowledge and experience in a lock down Materials Warehouse Facility

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Amtrak Material Control Department experience

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

The hourly rate is $26.69 - $35.58 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:162938
Posting Location(s):Illinois                                                                                                                                                  
Job Family/Function:Mechanical 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 25% 

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Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. 

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.  

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. 

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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