Part-Time Shipping & Receiving Specialist
About The Position
Part-Time Shipping & Receiving Specialist We’re seeking a dependable, detail-driven Shipping & Receiving Specialist to join our Purchasing team. This role blends hands-on shipping & receiving warehouse work with administrative support. If you're interested in supporting the Zoo's bustling Purchasing Department, get forklift certified, learn your way around a pallet jack, and juggle everything from fleet scheduling to in-house printing, we want to hear from you! Key Details Schedule: 25 hours/week; Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM (less 30 minutes for lunch) Some holidays required. Pay: $15.00/hour Key Perks & Benefits Fun & engaging work environment Ability to earn Paid Time Off Complimentary Zoo passes Discount on food & retail on Zoo grounds Positive team culture Flexible scheduling (Student Friendly) Free Metro Bus Pass provided for duration of employment Personal & professional development opportunities (career development, education, training, etc.)
Requirements
- Forklift certification (required within 60 days of hire) - Scheduled and paid for by the Zoo
- Ability to operate pallet jacks
- Familiarity with mail handling and basic print operations
- Strong communication skills, especially over the phone
- Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
- Organized, dependable, and proactive in problem-solving
- Previous experience in shipping/receiving, logistics, or procurement systems desired
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated affinity for the mission of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.
- Willingness to live the Zoo’s Core Values and Behaviors on a daily basis.
- Ability to self-motivate, take initiative, & perform work autonomously, as well as with a team.
- Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines and shift priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
- Requires an individual who is highly professional, motivated, proactive, and helpful, who can gain cooperation through expertise, credibility, and building positive working relationships.
- Appropriate professional appearance, attitude, and personality to work effectively with Zoo staff members, guests, and the public.
- Possess excellent ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships within an organization; superior interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse personalities; tactful; mature; flexible.
- Be timely and reliable in attendance and performance.
Responsibilities
- Assist with processing purchasing orders in the Procurify system for zoo-wide needs
- Coordinate with departments to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
- Load/unload deliveries using forklift and pallet jack
- Inspect incoming shipments and verify accuracy and condition.
- Prepare outgoing shipments with proper documentation and labeling
- Direct delivery drivers and vendors to appropriate areas
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail for the facility
- Operate and maintain in-house printing equipment for departmental needs
- Schedule fleet requests for Honda Vans and Transit.
- Provide phone support for shipping/receiving inquiries.
- Provide phone support for internal Zoo department inquiries.
- Communicate with vendors and drivers to ensure smooth logistics
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of outdoor shipping/receiving areas
- Ensure safety protocols are followed in both indoor and outdoor workspaces
Benefits
- Fun & engaging work environment
- Ability to earn Paid Time Off
- Complimentary Zoo passes
- Discount on food & retail on Zoo grounds
- Positive team culture
- Flexible scheduling (Student Friendly)
- Free Metro Bus Pass provided for duration of employment
- Personal & professional development opportunities (career development, education, training, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
