Eugene/Springfield Water Pollution Control Facility 1984-1991

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Page 57 determining the use of each item, then setting the minimum number needed to allow for reordering and shipping. Each item has an established inven- torylevel that depends on the value of the item, its turnover rate, its priority in an emergency, and the available storage space. As an item is used, its number is entered into the computer and stock levels are adj usted. The computer produces a reor- derreport when an item reaches its reorder point. Requests to stock new items are made by supervi- sors.Requests includespecific informationonquan- ^ TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT The storeroom also manages and issues tools and equipment, such as drill bits, wrenches, exhaust fans, extension cords, shovels, and ladders. This ensures the proper tools and equipment are readily available and in good working condition when needed. The replacement value of the tools and equipment the storeroommanages is approximately $30,000. ^ PROPERTY CONTROL The plant has established property control proce- dures to maintain a record of plant equipment and to track equipment maintenance purchases. All valuable equipment is identified with a unique property code number. These codes are included. ^ SHIPPING AND RECEIVING Section H: STOREROOM OPBRATIONS tity usedper application, quantity needed in stock, a description of the item, its purpose or applicable use, and why it qualifies as a stock item. The storeroom also maintains a large selection of expendable items, such as pipe fittings and fasten- ers. Expendables are available to all employees in the shop area and are not part of the computer- controlled inventory. Staff use a visual inventory to maintain adequate supplies. Each item is engraved, labeled, cataloged, and given a specific location in the storeroom. As needed, they are issued at the service counter by the on-duty stores clerk. As each tool or piece of equipment is checked out, a tool tag is recorded with the tool number, user's name, and the date. When the item is returned to the counter, the stores clerk places it in its designated storage loca- tion and updates the tool log. on all property labels. Each piece of equipment is engraved, labeled, or stamped as City of Eugene, Wastewater Divisionproperty, and its description, brand, model, serial number, location, and re- placementvalue is recorded. Having a centralized location for shipping and receiving and a specific contact person provides the best possible service to the plant and ensures better service from freight companies. One person is responsible for making sure that supplies and equipment received are in good condition and are forwarded to appropriate work areas. To ship a package, plant employees contact stores staff and describe the shipment, the destination, and the time line. Stores employees package the goods to meet insurance coverage requirements and coor- dinate with a freight company for transport. Freight is delivered at the centralized storeroom.