Warehouse Worker

Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 18 hours per week) Warehouse Worker position for the Chemistry Department at Oregon State University (OSU).

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving shipments; Check for damage, verify items received, report any discrepancies
• Update all applicable paperwork and software applications of receipts.
• Maintain a positive chain of custody.
• Maintain a clear dock, tidy work area and clear aisles
• Contact the appropriate person/group that the order has arrived
• Track stalled or slow purchase orders and contact the appropriate person regarding the situation
• Support Chem Stores staff

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Ability to lift 40 pounds. Ability to use standard warehouse equipment to move heavy boxes, crates, and drums. Ability to access tall shelves safely with a ladder or other extended reach equipment. Experience providing quality customer service to a diverse group of individuals with varying needs and conflicting deadlines. Experience prioritizing various tasks and coordinating multiple projects. Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and various online software packages including Google Chrome and Firefox applications.
• Preferred Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Experience handling chemicals. Experience working in a warehouse environment.

Starting Salary

Starting salary will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

Supplemental Questions

Please address the following questions (Upload as Separate Document):
Describe how you specifically meet the requirements of this position through your professional and/or volunteer experience.
How would you handle receiving a shipment that does not match the purchase order?
Why is maintaining a chain of custody important?
How do you handle physically demanding work?

Working Conditions/Schedule

• Work is performed in a warehouse environment.
• Available to work mid-day each weekday; typically, between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
• Availability to work an infrequent extended workday as needed by the department.

Salary Range

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.

Anticipated Start Date

2026-08-31

Anticipated End Date

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.