Materials Handler I

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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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Central Receiving & Materials Processing:

• Receive inspect and process incoming materials supplies and packages at Central Receiving and warehouse locations.
• Scan and document items using handheld bar-code scanners or tracking systems to ensure accurate inventory control and distribution records.
• Load unload move and stage materials using appropriate material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jacks carts dollies).
• Organize and prepare materials for internal campus distribution in accordance with established operational procedures.
• Support efficient material flow and maintain orderly staging areas within the warehouse and receiving environment.

Campus Distribution & Delivery Operations:

• Transport and distribute materials supplies packages and campus mail to designated departments and offices in accordance with established routes and schedules.
• Load and secure items in university vehicles to prevent damage during transport.
• Obtain delivery confirmations or signatures as required and maintain accurate distribution documentation.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service while coordinating deliveries with campus departments.

Warehouse & Operational Support:

• Maintain a clean organized and safe warehouse dock and vehicle environment in accordance with university safety standards.
• Operate university vehicles and material handling equipment safely and in compliance with campus policies and traffic regulations.
• Assist with general warehouse support tasks as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift move pull and push items at a max of 100 lbs. safely and consistently.
• Ability to operate basic warehouse and material handling equipment (e.g. pallet jacks carts dollies forklifts) in a safe manner.
• Ability to use handheld scanners or tracking devices to accurately process and document materials.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow established procedures routes and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a warehouse and distribution environment.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate handling and delivery of materials and supplies.

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.