Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Orders, receives, inspects, warehouses and issues equipment, materials and supplies to various University departments. Assists with outgoing shipments.

Qualifications

Four years shipping and receiving/stockroom experience, or equivalency, with preferably at least two years supervisory experience; the ability to routinely move or manipulate heavy objects; a knowledge of standard warehousing procedures; demonstrated human relations skills; and a commitment to provide excellent customer service required.

A valid Utah Driver's license with proof of insurability may be required for positions that require delivery responsibilities.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Oversees stores, receiving, delivery and shipping functions and personnel for a University department.
2. Plans the range and quality of materials to be stocked based on consultation with departments. Evaluates supply needs, turnover rates, cost, perishability, hazardous nature of goods, and storage limitations.
3. Makes decisions regarding the physical layout of the storeroom and supervises inventory maintenance. Monitors items, which are not moving, and determines redistribution actions.
4. Oversees the receiving and inspecting of orders and resolves order problems with vendors and departments. Verifies stock meets specifications and orders are complete.
5. Monitors the storeroom budget by maintaining records of expenditures and reconciling accounts. Documents storeroom operations for billing and inventory control.
6. Oversees the distribution and delivery of supplies/materials to customers, including large items.
7. Assists campus personnel in the selection and pricing of furniture purchases.
8. Supervises the activities of other Storekeepers by training, assigning work, and evaluating performance.
9. Monitors the receipt, inspection and delivery of radioactive and flammable materials according to federal standards and University policies and procedures.
10. May direct the preparation of materials for student laboratories using knowledge of experiments to be performed and materials required.
11. May supervise the preparation of chemical solutions necessary to support the teaching laboratory.

Problem Solving

This position works independently in the performance of most tasks and has authority to make hire/salary recommendations for Storekeeper I's and II's. He/she may determine disciplinary actions to take within the parameters of University policy and with input from the supervisor. The incumbent will generally oversee the stockroom activities of a university department and have authority to select appropriate supplies/materials and prioritize work functions. He/she makes recommendations and may be responsible for the implementation of new internal procedures.

Examples of problems encountered by the incumbent include ensuring the proper shipping and handling of hazardous materials; assisting department personnel with special orders; and getting deliveries to customers promptly and correctly. He/she will be required to determine the appropriate discounts on damaged items; coordinate the ordering process with vendors; resolve order problems and ensure good recovery with customers; and locate difficult items or those needed quickly. The incumbent also provides adequate inventory for common departmental needs and assists departments with furniture selection and office design.

Comments

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required

Often: Hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals).

Seldom: Extreme cold, extreme heat, noise (there is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level).

Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required

Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking.

Often: Walking, standing, bending, lifting - up to 50 pounds. 

Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead, lifting - over 50 pounds.