Warehouse Worker

Position Information

Hiring Department
:
Purchasing & General Services

Reports To
:
Director of Purchasing & General Services

Job Location
:
On-Site, El Paso, Texas

Posting End Date
:
Open until filled

Hours
: 40 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 8:00am‑5:00pm

FLSA Status
:
Non‑exempt

Earliest Start Date
:
As soon as possible.

Salary
: $32,967 annually

• Resume
• List of three references

This position requires multi‑functional tasks such as shipping and receiving, warehousing materials, storage, inventory of warehouse, issuing materials, billing procedures, surplus items, expediting, issuing receiving reports, maintaining records, and purchasing items for warehouse. Works with hazardous materials, operates a forklift, pallet jack and other equipment used in typical warehouse operations.

• Inspect and receive incoming shipments of merchandise from a wide variety of businesses and trucking firms.
• Issue receiving reports for items received, expedite delivery when needed, and resolve discrepancies from shipments (overages, shortages, damaged, incorrect, etc.).
• Deliver materials and goods to all University departments.
• Work with and handle hazardous materials; must have specialized training for this position.
• Communicate daily with faculty, staff, management, and vendors on a wide variety of issues concerning purchase orders, contracts, surplus, warehouse inventory, etc.
• Store goods received in appropriate places, issue goods from warehouse and receiving section, and ensure proper paperwork is completed for each transaction.
• Possess a working knowledge of inventory rules and procedures to ensure all inventory items are tagged prior to delivery or issue.
• Input data into the computer system.
• Issue automated receiving reports and maintain stock levels in the warehouse.
• Work with surplus items on proper transfer of surplus items as required.
• Handle billing for items issued from the warehouse as part of the operation.
• Prepare outgoing shipments of materials by various modes of transportation.
• Prepare purchasing documents for items to be stocked in the warehouse.
• Make purchases from state contracts and local vendors using small purchase procedures.
• Operate a forklift (requires training and certification).
• Operate a wide variety of equipment normally found in a large warehouse operation.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on trucks, forklift, and other mechanical equipment used in the warehouse operation.
• Maintain a neat and safe environment inside the warehouse at all times.
• Have knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and be able to learn and use institutional software systems.
• Comply with all State and University policies.
• Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education
  :
  High school diploma or GED
• Experience
  :
  Two years related to the duties and responsibilities listed above, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Benefit Package includes:
  Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long‑term disability plans
• Retirement Programs
• Longevity Pay
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Discounts & Perks
• Employee Education Assistance program
• And much more! Visit the Benefits Summary Page for more information on additional benefits.

Disclaimer:
Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part‑time or full‑time employment.

This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability may be required to perform the essential functions.

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