• Supply Chain Associate (L689)

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Hyattsville, MD)


    Supply Chain Associate (L689)

    Job ID:

    250353

    Location:

    MD - Metro Supply Facility

    Full/Part Time:

    Full-Time

     

    Posting Open-Close

     

    04/25/2025

     

    -

     

    05/09/2025

     

    Union

     

    689

    Regular/Temporary:

    Regular

    Job Description

    **ORDER OF PREFERENCE:** The selection for Maintenance and Construction is made on the basis of fitness and ability with preference given to: Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide and external candidates, respectively.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education

    + High school diploma or GED

    + Must pass a pre-employment assessment covering cognitive ability.

    Experience

    + Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a warehouse and storeroom environment

    Certification/Licensure

    + Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license

    + Commercial material handling equipment operator's certificate (i.e. forklifts, order pickers, rider pallet jacks, counter-balance lift trucks, or other self-propelled, commercial material handling equipment) within 30 days of hire

    Preferred

    + Associate's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field

     

    Mission Essential Designation

     

    In accordance with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) this job has been identified as critical to mission essential functions. Incumbents in this role may be required to report to or continue to work in the event of authorized office closings or service suspensions due to severe weather, natural disaster, fire, operational emergencies or related events.

    Summary

    The Supply Chain Associate executes assigned warehouse tasks, inbound and outbound operations, transportation and logistics activities, or a related functional process, on a specified shift within the Office of Supply Chain Warehousing and Logistics. The incumbent performs all work in accordance with all safety guidelines, while assuring the highest level of quality. Works as part of a team to continuously improve the efficiency of WMATA's Supply Chain and instill a culture of customer fixation.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    + Performs warehouse and logistics activities including, but not limited to, warehouse receiving, storing, handling, packaging, shipping, delivery, recording, and material counting; controlling material and equipment, maintaining orderly parts storage areas; cleaning floors, shelves, bins, aisles, docks and work areas; user level maintenance on material handling equipment; operating various types of material handling equipment; assembling, modifying and labeling storage racks, bins and cabinets; and complying with office processes and procedures.

    + Executes warehouse tasks, inbound/outbound operations, and/or functional processes to maintain inventory control and accuracy while focusing on system-directed and customer order fulfillment service levels.

    + Ensures warehouse safety, housekeeping, and access control are maintained within the warehouse environment, including securing and locking entrances and exits, escorting all non-warehouse personnel, facing the shelves, cabinets, warehouse floors, docks and other assigned areas, relabeling products, and floors as needed, and operating floor sweeping and cleaning machines.

    + Builds and maintains professional relationships and interactions with frontline customers regarding product needs, order fulfillment inquiries and issues. Collaborates with suppliers, peers, Supply Chain Planning & Analytics liaison and supervisors to provide feedback and issue resolution to customers. Helps to facilitate high levels of customer service, improve supply chain planning, and reduce order fulfillment time for customers.

     

    The** **functions** **listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

     

    Evaluation Criteria

     

    Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

    Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

    + Skills and/or behavioral assessment

    + Personal interview

    + Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)

    + Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)

    + Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)

    + Review of a current motor vehicle report

     

    Closing

     

    WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

     

    This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.