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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Penn State University Press is seeking applicants for part-time job of storeroom worker.
Job duties to include:
- Receive, unload, and unpack materials, supplies, equipment, etc.; inspect quantity and product condition; verify orders and mark containers with date received; update inventory database; report discrepancies to Supervisor
- Carry or load incoming goods on pallets, skids, or carts and move to designated areas; store in proper manner, rotate stock as required; report incorrect stock levels
- Prepare outgoing materials/pallets/packages for shipping; pack, seal, and label
- Identify damaged, defective, excess, or obsolete items as directed; refer unusual circumstances and/or repair needs to Supervisor
- Clean and maintain inventory items and storage areas to ensure safety regulation compliance.
- Assist with physical inventory as directed
- Process receiving reports; check inventory discrepancies; check status of purchase orders
- Secure storage areas as directed
- May respond to inquiries concerning availability and suitability of equipment/tools, and concerning possible choices of makes and models
- May provide customer support at a service counter; maintain accurate sign-in and equipment inventory records
- May perform routine/preventative maintenance on equipment
- May operate hand trucks, electric pallet trucks, forklifts, reach trucks, and stock selection truck
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
- Basic Math and Counting Skills
- MUST be able to lift up to 40lbs continuously
Schedule:
- This part time temporary position will offer up to 20 hours/week. Not more.
- Schedule will Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - 9:00am-4:00pm with lunch break
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $18.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
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