Materials Handler III CMHHIP Full Time

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

• This position works 4 10-hour shifts from 7am-5:30pm from Sun-Wed with Thur Fri and Saturday off. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the Department.

Inventory and Supply Management

• Manages inbound and outbound logistics ensuring orders are accurately packed and dispatched for 6 satellite kitchens within CMHHIP and 3 CDOC facilities using pallets and/or a cart delivery system.
• Accepts delivery of food beverages and related supplies from approved vendors; resolves discrepancies if goods received do not match goods delivered; refuses items that are spoiled/damaged.
• Note and report any damaged incorrect or missing items to a supervisor
• Maintains efficient inventory storage by utilizing proper storage areas monitoring refrigerator freezer cool rooms and dry storage temperatures following product rotation procedures such as the FIFO (First In First Out) method and inspecting for pilferage deterioration contamination and infestation.
• Handle returned items from service areas verifying dates and quantities before returning the items to storage.
• Adjusts workflow when supply shortages or equipment issues arise.
• Assembles weighs and distributes orders for food preparation and service ensuring correct items and quantities are available for cooking.
• Scales recipes using English measurements (e.g. ounces pounds cups teaspoons gallons etc.).
• Controls inventory for non-food supplies assuring assigned areas are fully stocked; replenishes stock as needed.
• Supports the maintenance and organization of multiple inventory storage locations within the department.
• Completes physical inventory counts to reconcile records and identify any discrepancies.
• Participates in production planning meetings to align material availability with menu cycles and output goals.
• Recommends and implements process improvements for material flow and efficiency.

• Pulls and loads the necessary food supplies and equipment for delivery to satellite kitchens and other service points based on requisitions or production sheets.
• Verifies load slips and tallies to ensure all food items are prepared and loaded at the correct temperature. Inspects goods for accuracy damage packaging specifications labeling expiration dates and correct temperatures.
• Uses equipment such as pallet jacks forklifts and dollies to safely and efficiently move large quantities of goods. Perform basic checks on material handling equipment such as forklifts and make minor operator repairs if necessary. Keeps all equipment used for material handling including trucks and carts in a clean and sanitized condition.
• Abides by delivery requirements for CMHHIP and CDOC facilities to ensure safety including but not limited to annual background and drivers license review and CDOC training.

Safety and Sanitation

• Adheres to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines in the storage handling preparation of food and personal hygiene in the sanitation and maintenance of the work area.
• Follows standard operating procedures for handling storing food and supplies to ensure compliance with regulations and minimize product damage through safe and careful handling
• Keeps the assigned work area clean and organizeddisposing of empty cardboard boxes sweeping and placing all waste in trash bins.
• Cleans and secures the loading and receiving docks at the end of each shift. This includes but is not limited to cleaning cold and dry storage areas transport distribution and storage equipment.
• Processes paperwork and maintain record-keeping of invoices logs inventory etc. to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors and records temperatures of food items refrigerators and freezers documents and reports any discrepancies.
• Labels and dates incoming and outgoing food and supplies.
• Disposes of dented cans and any expired products and documents in the corresponding logs.
• Ensures proper storage of hazardous chemicals by following Safety Data Sheets (SDS) guidelines and filing procedures.
• Follows safety guidelines for receiving deliveries storage and operating a pallet jack.
• Opens and/or closes a large production kitchen and ensures security of department premises through completion of knife/utensil count records and adherence to key secured areas and contraband policies.
• Recognizes and reports any unsafe conditions such as spills or improperly stored materials.

Experience Only:

Three (3) yearsof relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

OR

A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupationrelated to the work assigned equal to three (3) years

• A full background check and reference check is required. A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions conviction of crimes of moral turpitude or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.
• MOTOR VEHICLE RECORD CHECK: This position will drive a state fleet or non-state fleet vehicle for State business purposes.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and commercial equipment.
• May be required to work weekends evenings and holidays.
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
  • Disclose that information on the application.
  • Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
  • Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

• Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:

• Relevant years of state service experience.

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process the official appeal form and how to deliver it on theState Personnel Boardwebsite.

• You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

• You can find the official appeal formhere.

• You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:

  • By email () or

  • Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203 or

  • Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203) or

  • Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the departments action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At or

• Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes within theRuleswebpage.

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If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference join the dedicated people of theColorado Department of Human Services(CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety independence and well-being of the people of Colorado.Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work we offer:

• Strong secure yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planplus 401(k) and 457 plans

• Medicalanddentalhealth plans

• Employer supplementedHealth Savings Account

• Paid life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• State of ColoradoEmployee BenefitHub Resource Center

• Employee Wellness program

• Excellent work-life programs such as flexible schedules training and more

• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

• *Some positions may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs well-being and dignity of the individuals families and communities we serve. We commit to respect fairness and access in every decision policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

• Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility health and wellness and employee engagement.

• We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions programs and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

• Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees our partners the Coloradans we serve and the public.

• We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right not what is easy.

• Collaboration helps us rise together:We work together with all partners employees and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

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