Receiving Clerk (Office of Procurement, Central Receiving)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Receiving Clerk receives and checks incoming shipments, moves them to storage, and transports them to the appropriate office or laboratory. The role ensures shipments are handled safely and appropriately and maintains shipment and other required records. The position is in Central Receiving within the Office of Procurement.

Requirements

High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
Two years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Basic proficiency with workplace technology.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and write to maintain records and read bills of lading, labels, packing slips, and similar documents.
Appropriate valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to interact and work respectfully and courteously with faculty, students, staff, and the public; answer questions, handle routine problems, and provide assistance.

Responsibilities

Check incoming shipments against the carrier’s waybill or bill of lading to confirm accuracy and completeness; note visible damage and obtain the delivery driver’s signature when appropriate.
Access the online order system as needed to identify the correct delivery location when shipping information is incomplete.
Assist delivery drivers with unloading shipments onto the loading dock as needed.
Review packing labels to ensure items are handled safely and properly.
Move shipments to appropriate storage areas by floor or building.
Mark and label shipments with purchase order number, date, and other required information.
Transport shipments to the appropriate office or laboratory and obtain required signatures.
Maintain records of special non-purchase-order materials received, compressed gas cylinders, dry ice received and shipped, trash containers emptied, and other required records.
Answer routine inquiries and refer difficult or unusual inquiries to the appropriate authority.
Follow safety precautions when handling shipments and materials to prevent harm to people or damage to property.
Maintain equipment and the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Perform other duties as assigned.