Materials Handler jobs in Wyoming

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JOB TITLE:   

Materials Handler - Dining 

JOB PURPOSE:   

Participate in the safe receiving/rejecting, handling, storing, and moving of freight receipt and delivery of items to University locations. Prepare freight for shipment according to shipping policies and procedures. Some positions require handling, storing and moving hazardous materials.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Receive, inspect for damage or defective goods, reject or notate condition, and sort and scan incoming freight.
• Determine required materials safe handling and follow proper safety procedures for handling, storing and moving materials, including determining correct placard for delivery runs when required.
• Sort materials for overnight/ground receipt and department deliveries; use computer accounting system such as PISTOL for inquiries regarding department deliveries.
• Scan each material into computerized bar-coding system, and enter department and shipment from information.
• Safely pickup or deliver materials to other departments or off-campus locations, following hazmat regulations when applicable; obtain proper signatures for proof of delivery.
• Safely use transporting equipment such as van, truck, dolly, pallet jack, forklift, and the like.
• Ascertain shipping papers are correct according to hazmat regulations; make certain for hazmat materials that the proper emergency response information accompanies the shipment.
• Prepare domestic and/or international shipping and freight bills; determine most efficient means of shipment with attention to detailed requirements from different shippers.
• Provide customer service in the office and in the field by answering questions on shipping requirements, packaging and researching lost shipments, processing paperwork for damaged shipments, and answering the telephone or greeting customers in the office. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Monitor inventory levels and alert appropriate University personnel to reorder, as directed.
• Rotate stock; maintain clean and safe working environment.
• Assist in maintaining delivery vehicle; may request maintenance and safety checks of warehouse equipment and vehicles.
• Provide backup to other positions for leave vacancies.

COMPETENCIES:  

• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Safety Awareness
• Service Orientation
• Quality Orientation
• Work Standards 

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High School Diploma or GED 
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Can lift up to 50LBS with or without reasonable accommodation
• Standing for at least 6HRS out of the day with or without reasonable accommodation
• Has to work at least one weekend day out of the week   

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: Resume or C.V. Please provide work availability on a separate page of your resume.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

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