Job Details

Clerk Parts Inventory

Are you ready to think about the future and dream big? At Port Houston, we're seeking individuals who are eager to tackle the most significant challenges of their careers. For over a century, we've been driven by vision and scale, delivering impactful initiatives that shape Houston and the region. Our sustainability and success hinge on attracting, retaining, and nurturing exceptional talent.

When you join Port Houston, you're embarking on a journey towards a fulfilling career path. Take the first step in the right direction-are you READY?

Position Summary:
Preparesand maintains record of quantity, type, and value of material, equipment,merchandise, or supplies stocked in establishment. Counts material, equipment, merchandise, orsupplies in stock and posts totals to inventory records. Ships, receives, issues, and stocks parts andmaintains computerized inventory system accordingly.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

• Maintain a daily distribution and receiving log for items received and shipped out of warehouse
• Receive, stock, deliver, and distribute supplies throughout container terminal
• Submits daily delivery tickets to Accounting department
• Load/unload items. When receiving palletized shipments, operate forklift and overhead crane
• Provide parts and customer service to staff via the parts counter
• Inspect and receive goods into inventory by verifying quantities and part numbers, damage detection and acceptance by signing for received items. Enters data into inventory computer system
• Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) at all times
• Perform inventory cycle counts; maintain inventory records
• Perform general labor duties, including but not limited to sweeping and cleaning warehouse
• Escort vendors without TWIC cards to/from warehouse
• Act in accordance with Port Houston core values (respect, excellence, accountability, diligence, and you)
• Performs other tasks as required

Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalency required
• 1+ years related inventory experience required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

• Knowledge of computer operating systems and web-based inventory programs
• Knowledge of safety precautions and occupational hazards
• Knowledge of Port Houston policies, procedures, safety rules and government
• regulations
• Solid written and verbal communications skills
• Basic computer skills
• Problem solving skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to access and operate standard vehicles and industrial equipment
• Ability to accurately process alpha/numeric information
• Ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team oriented work environment
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
• Ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions
• Ability to work (flexible hours) extended hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays
• Forklift license required
• A current, valid Texas driver's license is required
• A Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) must be obtained within 30 days of appointment, and be maintained for the duration of employment

Key Competencies Required:

• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication
• Time Management
• Interpersonal Versatility
  Safety

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high. To apply, please go to porthouston.com/careers. Only applications submitted through the Port Houston Careers website will be acknowledged. Port Houston is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. Government.

Thank you for choosing Port Houston in your career search.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.