Shipping and Receiving Lead

Job Summary

The University of Utah Campus Store is seeking a Part-Time Shipping and Receiving Shift Clerk to support the daily operations of the Campus Store's shipping and receiving department. This position is responsible for coordinating incoming and outgoing shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, overseeing assigned shift operations, and providing guidance to shipping and receiving associates.

Why Work at the University Campus Store?

We make campus a family. Our employees contribute to the success of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors. We believe in hiring individuals committed to service, collaboration, accountability, and creating an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Cook up daily shipping and receiving operations during assigned shifts.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to shipping and receiving associates.
• Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments of merchandise, materials, and supplies.
• Verify received items against purchase orders, packing slips, and shipment documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Sort, label, organize, and stock merchandise in designated storage locations.
• Prepare outgoing shipments, including packaging, labeling, documentation, and carrier coordination.
• Maintain clean, organized, and secure storage and receiving areas.
• Absorb inventory counts, cycle counts, and periodic audits.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and identify inventory discrepancies.
• Safely operate shipping and receiving equipment, including hand trucks, pallet jacks, and barcode scanners.
• Follow departmental and university safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor workflow and ensure established procedures and operational standards are followed.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, vendors, and campus partners regarding shipment status, inventory levels, and operational concerns.
• Provide professional and responsive customer service to students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Absorb assistance customers and departments with shipping, receiving, and inventory-related inquiries.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Campus Store operations.

Qualifications

• EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
• Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels: Shipping / Receiving Clerk, I: Requires little to no related experience. Shipping / Receiving Clerk, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• Previous experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, retail operations, or a related field.
• Experience leading, training, or coordinating the work of others.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in counting, sorting, labeling, and documenting merchandise.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move boxes and packages weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications, inventory management systems, and email communication.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends as operational needs require.
• Commitment to providing outstanding customer service.
• Demonstrated ability to follow workplace safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.