Job Description
Mission
Waséyabek Development Company, LLC (WDC), is a newly formed legal entity, created and wholly owned by the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi (NHBP), a federally recognized Indian Tribe. WDC is committed to fostering the development of a stable, diversified economy for the Band which will contribute to its long-term wealth and economic self-sufficiency while managing risk and creating quality employment opportunities.
Position SummaryResponsible for overseeing the ordering, receiving, and distribution of Compressed Gas supplies to research and development (R&D) staff at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL). This includes bulk gas delivery systems along with standard and specialty gas cylinders up to the point of use at three NETL sites, Pittsburgh, PA, Morgantown, WV & Albany, OR.
Responsibilities:- Serve as the point-of-contact (POC) for all issues, concerns or questions related to gas delivery at NETL
- Develop an efficient and effective system for managing Compressed Gas requests
- Coordinate all technical or safety issues with the NETL Compressed Gas Safety Program Subject Matter Expert (SME)
- Coordinate all Compressed Gas deliveries with the NETL chemical inventory system
- Institute a bar code system for tracking cylinder locations
- Create a user interface for the customer that accurately depicts gas inventory levels
- Write purchase requisitions and coordinate supplier deliveries to the NETL sites
- Work with delivery personnel front line supervisors to coordinate timely gas cylinder deliveries
- Maintain an accurate and up-to-date inventory of all gases
- Provide timely communication to gas requestors informing them their request has been received and when their gas will be delivered
- Visit all three sites to perform audits of gas levels & locations to ensure inventory accuracy
- Manage gas quality and stability by monitoring gas expiration dates
- Manage cylinder integrity and safety by monitoring cylinder conditions (CGA C-6) and hydrotest dates
- Organize refurbishment or demolition of cylinders as needed.
- Right-size individual site inventory to eliminate runouts and minimize wasted gases
- Work with suppliers, end users and site support design engineers to embrace advancements in technology to save time, money and increase safety.
- Recommend changes to bulk gas systems and cylinder supplies based on usage rate data
- Identify and train a back-up(s) to manage key tasks when absent.
- Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Vocational/technical training beyond high school with five (5) to seven (7) years of job-related or equivalent experience, preferred.
- Knowledge and experience of Compressed Gases and inventory management
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Software; Word, Excel and Outlook required
- Eagerness and ability to learn about gas chemistry (compatibility, toxicity, corrosivity, etc.)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to pass an extensive background investigation, including but not limited to personal and professional financial history, nationwide criminal record search, credit check and other relevant background information deemed necessary by WDC.
- U.S. citizenship
- Excellent organizational and customer service skills
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-energy and constantly changing environment.
- Steward the organizational culture with a focus on teamwork and commitment to service amidst a diverse colleague and customer base.
- Ability to quickly adapt focus, adjust schedule and problem solve to meet evolving work demands and needs of supervisor and other stakeholders.
- Prior knowledge or experience working with a Native American Tribe.
This job operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Flexibility related to work hours as project demands arise.
- Occasionally required to move 5 – 25 pounds.
- Must be able to remain in a stationary computer position for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to use hands and fingers to type.
- Must be able to reach with hands and arms for using a computer.
Some travel may be required, up to 60% of the time. The travel may be local or national and may be by car, rail, or air.
Disclaimer:This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Native American & Veteran Hiring Preferences will be applied in accordance with WDC policy.
Waséyabek Development Company is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.