Materials Handler I

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• Handles and maintains flow of materials and products in
  manufacturing, stockroom, or warehouse environments.
• Examines incoming shipments for damage or shortages and
  corresponds with shipper to rectify; completes paperwork or forms
  required for documentation.
• Operates motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment.
  Counts, weighs or measures incoming or outgoing items to compare
  identifying information and variety against bills of lading, invoices,
  orders or other records.
• Orders or purchases standard stock items, such as recommending
  additions or deletions to standard stock items or ordering
  replenishments within established procedures and limits
• Review order sheets based on customer orders and pull the right
  materials for each order; wrap materials and put them on a delivery
  truck.
• Transport high dollar cost equipment, supplies, and materials to
  customers; secure cargo properly and safely with weight evenly
  distributed.
• Work closely with the Material Control Manager to monitor supply
  levels and submit purchasing recommendations on a regular basis.
• Unload delivery trucks and make sure that each incoming delivery
  matches the purchase order.
• Examine incoming shipments for damage or shortages and correspond
  with shipper to rectify; complete paperwork required for documentation.
• Assist with on-the-job training to employees and resolve problems
  utilizing knowledge of receiving/stock operations.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet
  jacks, hand trucks, or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage.
• Perform vehicle inspection as required by Federal and Arizona
  State Law; ensure proper documentation and package marking with
  appropriate placards when moving hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift/move/transport loads of up to 50 lbs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of automated or computerized system operation.
• Knowledge of record keeping practices.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Skill in lifting heavy packages and objects.
• Skill in operating forklift or other materials handling equipment.
• Operating large vehicles in tight and congested areas skills.
• Good communication skills and attention to detail.

• High school diploma or
  equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience may be
  required.
• Ability
  to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy

• One year of shipping/receiving experience.
• Current and valid OSHA forklift operation certificate.
• Experience driving cargo vans/vehicles.
• Prior warehouse experience.
• Experience working on a college/university campus.