Storekeeper II (Worcester Dining Commons)

Title: Storekeeper II (Worcester Dining Commons)

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Auxiliary Enterprises

Department: Worcester Dining Commons

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Summary

Receive, store and distribute goods, materials and supplies. Receive product, inspect and compare quantities and prices of product by utilizing related systems. Takes inventory. Perform administrative duties requiring a degree of decisions for conformance with regulations, application of schedules and coordination of activities. Maintain the First In First Out Program (FIFO), responsible for all records and assemble and package all food, supplies, materials and equipment for distribution.

Essential Functions

Unpacks and examines incoming goods to verify quality, quantity and condition of goods for conformance to specifications, including counting, weighing and sorting the incoming articles.

Stores goods, supplies and equipment in appropriate storage areas.

Issues supplies, materials and equipment to uses in accordance with established procedures.

Maintains records of items received, issued and shipped in accordance with established procedures.

Takes physical inventory of supplies and equipment to determine actual amounts on hand, to reconcile stock records, to detect spoilage or variances in quantity.

Determine and order quantity, type, style, etc. of items needed.

Maintain liaison with vendors and suppliers in order to exchange information and resolve problems.

Review storeroom records for accuracy of information, compliance with department procedures and to determine stock levels.

Review requisitions, invoices, orders and other records to determine resources required to meet needs, to determine availability of goods and to ensure accuracy and completeness of documents.

Provide on-the-job training for subordinate employees engaged in the receipt, storage and delivery of goods in the assigned area.

Oversee activities of subordinate storeroom workers in loading, unloading, storing and distributing materials and equipment to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

Other Functions

Performs related duties such as loading and unloading items to and from trucks; maintaining general appearance of stockroom, storeroom or warehouse; weighing materials; operating mechanical or power driven equipment such as skid jacks and dollies to move material.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Valid Massachusetts Class D Driver's License.

High school diploma or equivalent or one year of working experience in receiving, storing and issue functions.

Knowledge of preparation and packing of material for shipping.

Knowledge of storekeeping methods and practices (i.e., handling equipment used in storekeeping and skilled in operation of material (handling equipment).

Knowledge of the terminology, coding, symbols and standard abbreviations used in storekeeping.

Knowledge of food temperature and preservation of foods.

Extensive knowledge of receiving methods and practices.

Ability to prepare statistical reports defining types and volume of shipments, peak workloads, etc., as required by immediate supervisor.

Ability to prepare written correspondence on overdue orders or identified discrepancies.

Physical ability to handle bulky or heavy stock items, equipment and supplies within established health and safety standards as defined by State and University regulations and defined in current collective bargaining agreements.

Ability to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with other employees and the public.

Knowledge of vehicles, material handling equipment and minor preventative maintenance service.

Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols.

Familiarity with office machines (i.e., computer, FAX machine, word processing and calculating equipment).

Additional Details

This position is designated as essential.

Incumbents must be certified as food handlers within six months of the appointment start date through a recognized program approved by the University of Massachusetts (i.e. ServSafe).

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an indoor university environment and involves lifting and transporting materials or equipment and general physical activity, including prolonged standing, walking, or assuming low postures.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Monday-Friday 6am-2pm; may include weekends, evenings and holidays.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: AFSCME Grade 11

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Special Instructions for Applicants

Along with the application, please submit a resume.

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.