CMS Enterprises owns and operates independent power generating plants, natural gas assets and an energy marketing group for the non-utility segment of CMS Energy's business. We are proud of our strong history of reliably serving our utility, municipal, commercial and industrial customers. Equally important to us is our role as a responsible corporate citizen through environmental stewardship and providing direct and indirect employment opportunities and other economic benefits to the communities we serve. Our strategy is focused on continued exceptional financial results through strong operations and safety performance, optimization of our assets, and disciplined growth in the domestic energy sector.
Overview
The Sr Materials/Procurement Technician is available at our Genesee Power Station in Flint, Michigan. It is a renewable facility which burns a variety of biomass materials that would otherwise be landfilled, including tree trimmings, land-clearing residue, construction debris, pallets, spools and other clean industrial wood wastes provided by Mid-Michigan Recycling. The power produced supports the health of the forests, mitigates greenhouse gases (is "carbon neutral"), conserves landfill space and supports the electric grid in central Michigan. The electric output is sold pursuant to a long-term power purchase agreement with Consumers Energy Company. This facility can produce enough electricity to power approximately 40,000 homes. Commercial operation began in 1995.
Purpose
Responsible for coordinating and maintaining the CMMS database. Utilizing the CMMS program to maintain a current asset listing, proper inventory levels, and order necessary parts; maintains records for equipment, equipment inventory; and facilitates the development of a detailed plan of action regarding the ordering of parts and materials for equipment due to periodic maintenance, major overhauls or unscheduled down situations. Assists Maintenance Supervisor in researching special parts and supplies. Responsible for coordinating the flow of materials, tools and parts outside and within the plan with promptness and efficiency.
This section in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job related duties requested by their supervisor.
This position reports to the Maintenance Manager.
Your duties will include:
•Inspects, receives, distributes supplies and stores incoming equipment, tools, parts and supplies. Also arranges for return of incorrect or defective items.
•Updates the CMMS database to reflect the correct parts inventory and current locations.
•Maintains appropriate stock of standard items. Generates purchase orders through the CMMS and follows-up and expedites orders as required.
•Implements and maintains the warehouse bar coding system.
•Maintains accurate equipment and inventory records.
•Performs physical inventory of stock materials.
•Assists Maintenance Manager in planning, scheduling and execution of scheduled outages.
•Assists in researching information regarding equipment critical spare parts required to be kept on hand.
•Contacts and schedules vendor and contract services as directed.
•Prepares, generates, updates and closes work orders utilizing the CMMS.
•Generates maintenance reports on equipment, inventory, work orders and other maintenance activities as appropriate.
•Performs other comparable and related duties as assigned.
•Ensures the safe storage and handling of chemicals through shipping and receiving.
Requirements/Qualifications
•High School diploma OR GED.
•Must have at least 4 to 5 years of experience as a materials/procurement technician.
•Possess Basic Computer Skills and familiarity with spreadsheet programs (e.g., Microsoft Excel).
•Basic Math skills.
Knowledge, skills or abilities that may set you apart from others:
•Capable of using analytical judgment to plan and perform diversified work, making decisions within prescribed limitations.
•Writing, Communication and negotiating skills.
•Schedule and expedite parts equipment for large projects.
Hours and Travel
•Ability to work overtime, as well as any shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
Occasionally (O)Frequently (F) Constantly (C)
0-33% AWD 33-66% AWD 67% - 100% AWD
(AWD = Average Work Day)
Using the above chart, identify with each activity below, the frequency that the activity takes place in the average work day.
•Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. (O)
•Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist. Requires full use of lower extremities and back muscles. (O)
•Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on one knee or both knees. (O)
•Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. (O)
•Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. (O)
•Sitting: Sitting upright in the work area to perform duties. (F)
•Crawling: Positioning the body so that weight is evenly distributed on both hands and knees on a flat surface. (O)
•Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time. (O)
•Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances. (O)
•Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. (O)
•Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, , orientation, gender identity or national origin.