Materials Handler I (Driver)

The Materials Handler I performs manual and clerical duties related to the shipping, receiving, inspection, storage, issuance, and delivery of a variety of materials, equipment, and supplies. Delivers orders to various locations across campus. Incumbents may be responsible for a higher volume of inventory, higher-dollar-value items, and/or oversight of one or more designated areas. Incumbents are expected to handle high-value and fragile equipment or supplies, as well as hazardous materials, such as chemicals or gases, when necessary.

Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Stocks warehouse with products from outside vendors and returns from units.
• Ensures proper rotation of products based on receipt or expiration dates.
• Fills orders based on requests.
• Communicates shortages, out-of-stock items, mis-picks, and other inventory issues to the buyer.
• Informs the buyer of mistakes and shortages.
• Checks the quality of products received and inspects produce.
• Checks invoices against receiving sheets.
• Dates all products.
• Places items on carts.
• Delivers orders to units in a timely manner according to schedule.
• Delivers direct-ship products.
• Receives and returns items not in food service.
• Puts produce away and takes daily inventory.
• Informs units if their orders are incorrect.
• Obtains cover sheets from the buyer.
• Retrieves computer-generated cover sheets.
• Checks invoices against cover sheets.
• Takes paperwork to the office upon completion.
• Opens and closes the receiving area.
• Orders items through the buyer and provides daily stock levels.
• Cleans the dock and receiving area.
• Greets and serves customers in a friendly, courteous manner.
• Provides suggestions and input to the supervisor.
• Actively solves problems whenever possible.
• Works harmoniously with coworkers.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of automated or computerized system operations.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Knowledge of proper handling and storage of perishable products.
• Skill in operating a forklift and other material-handling equipment.

Physical Requirement:

• Ability to occasionally transport or move up to 60 lbs.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.
  
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.