Shipping & Receiving Clerk 1

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Shipping & Receiving Clerk to work at UHealth Medical Campus in Miami, FL. The Shipping & Receiving Clerk performs manual labor necessary for the efficient operation of Moving, Shipping and Receiving operations. Individual must be able to move offices, lab furniture and equipment. Must be able to perform special events setup and dismantling for all branches (Medical, Coral Gables, RSMAS) including satellite locations (Deerfield, Palm Beach, Boca, Gables One, Weston and Kendall).

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to maintain good working relationship with co-workers and staff.
• Able to communicate well, both orally and written.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend English.
• Must be in top physical condition.
• Capable of heavy lifting, bending, climbing ladders, sitting, pushing/pulling, etc.
• Must be able to use hand trucks, pallet jacks, and basic hand and electric tools.
• The job requires traveling outside the University under variable weather conditions on hazardous roads and traffic conditions.
• Must adhere to all safety standards as established by the University.
• Individual is expected to exercise good judgment when faced with tasks of setting priorities if more than one assignment is given at once.

Responsibilities

• Records shipment data, including weight, charges, and space availability.
• Unpacks materials and supplies and ensures accuracy.
• Makes delivery of items received to appropriate location or department.
• Reports damages and discrepancies for accounting, reimbursement, and record-keeping purposes.
• Retrieves surplus equipment or supplies.
• Requests product return authorizations and processes required documents.
• Tracks orders and enters information regarding order and delivery details into appropriate database.
• Responds to inquiries and concerns regarding ordered items.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
• Assist drivers with off-loading deliveries and bringing all received supplies and equipment into the receiving area.
• Handle large equipment such as: Incubators, Fume Hoods, Sterilizers, Microscopes, Refrigerators, Freezers all sizes, shakers, etc.
• Verify the accuracy of all shipments; note any damages on shipper's bill of lading, any shortages and overages.
• Reports inaccuracies to Manager.
• Deliver materials and supplies, animal feed, and packages throughout the Medical Campus.
• Prepares packages to ship out via FedEx, UPS, or Freight.
• Prepares all necessary documents for receiving signature upon delivery.
• Files all documents related to Shipping and Receiving.
• Responsible for lifting and/or moving heavy items such as office and lab furniture, miscellaneous equipment, setting up, dismantling, and moving throughout the medical campus.
• Responsible for tool and moving equipment assigned on jobs.
• Assist departments with confidential information to storage facility.
• Work in shipping and receiving delivering boxes.
• Help stockroom when assigned as a 'floater' on work schedule.
• Opening and closing the doors during normal business hours of 7:30am - 4:30pm.
• Signing for all packages with the correct address of 1600 NW 10th Avenue and a valid PO.
• Troubleshooting orders with customer and/or office if information is missing such as address or PO.
• Disposing trash and keeping the stockroom clean.
• Dispense and deliver orders to techs.
• Assist with inventory count annually.
• Oversee the counter as required.
• Run to stores and vendors for supplies as needed.
• Other duties as related to the stockroom operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED