Stock Worker and Receiver

Location: Vermont State University Castleton Campus. Full-time position with varying shifts; open availability preferred.

Pay

$18.00 – $20.00 per hour.

Schedule

Varying shifts, days/hours; open availability preferred. Details provided during interview.

Responsibilities

• Verify and keep records on incoming and outgoing shipments; prepare items for shipment.
• Receive, lift, move, store, issue, count, sort, weigh, and verify items on requisitions or invoices.
• Receive and process a wide variety of incoming freight (stationery supplies, chemicals, electronic equipment, and other materials) daily across perimeter buildings and according to priority.
• Compare incoming and outgoing shipments to bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records to verify information.
• Determine method of shipment, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Communicate with vendors, carriers, and internal departments to coordinate delivery schedules and confirm receipt of goods.
• Unpack and examine incoming shipments; reject damaged items, record shortages, and correspond with shipper to rectify damages and shortages.
• Fill orders, issue supplies from stock, and rotate stock to ensure freshness.
• Resolve delivery problems using a computerized account payable/purchasing system.
• Significant walking or other mobility; ability to walk or stand for extended periods, throughout entire shift (may exceed 8 hours).
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 50 pounds.
• Attend work and show for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity.
• Other duties as assigned, which may differ among accounts based on business necessities and client requirements.

Requirements

• 0–1 year of experience.
• May require a valid driver’s license.
• May require forklift operation certification.
• Physical ability to walk/stand for extended periods, frequently lift 35 lbs, occasionally lift/move 50 lbs, and perform reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.

Benefits

• Flexible and supportive work environment.
• Access to ongoing training, development, and advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), discount programs, and more.
• Site-specific benefits may include free shift meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support, and/or parking.