Storekeeper II

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

20d

About The Position

Are you looking for a position that is primarily Monday-Friday, day shift that offers an excellent work-life balance? Are you looking to join an organization with excellent benefits? If so, Logistics and Support Services at Iowa State University is seeking applicants for a full-time Storekeeper II position in the ISU Surplus operation! ISU Surplus handles the management of the university’s end-of-life assets through resale, repurposing, or recycling/disposal. In addition to operating a physical store, ISU Surplus sells items on online platforms, including Govdeals.com. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of store/warehouse operations and comfortability to operate box trucks and forklifts. Good customer service skills are also essential to this role. Under general supervision, operates a small storeroom, or is in charge of one or more functions of a large storeroom operation. Provides functional supervision to storeroom personnel as required. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities Receives, stores and issues equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, etc., according to established methods. Stores special stock items requiring treatment which may deviate from established storekeeping methods in assigning space and identification. Issues items which require knowledge of specific areas of supply operation and good knowledge of stock characterized by susceptibility to spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, ease of physical damage. Performs tasks independently in connection with checking and tallying special or technical items of supply. Verifies stock against shipping authorizations for agreement as to quantities, descriptions, sizes, conditions and conformance to purchase orders. Searches manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, nomenclature lists, etc. to identify special items; seeks advice of operating personnel to insure compliance with purchase orders for unusual orders. Applies storekeeping procedures and methods in arranging space, conducting inventory, estimating needs, and maintaining and preparing records and reports as directed. Makes minor adjustments or repairs to items carried in stock. Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically. Assist faculty and staff in setting up and operating equipment for lectures, regular laboratory work, or special demonstrations.

Requirements

• One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration or job related work, or Any combination of such experience and post high school education that totals one year.
• Possession of appropriate drivers license as required.
• Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the characteristics, uses and proper handling/storage techniques of items supplied.
• Knowledge of proper lifting and bending techniques.
• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prepare and maintain stock records, reports, and inventories.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic functions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and constituents.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to provide functional supervision.
• Ability to work with computerized inventory control system.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a warehouse setting
• Experience driving box trucks
• Inventory management experience
• Experience operating pallet jacks and/or forklifts

Responsibilities

• Fulfillment of campus surplus property pickup requests
• Movement of campus client property from one location to another
• Assist in organization of warehouse spaces
• Support storefront operations
• Receives, stores and issues equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, etc., according to established methods.
• Stores special stock items requiring treatment which may deviate from established storekeeping methods in assigning space and identification.
• Issues items which require knowledge of specific areas of supply operation and good knowledge of stock characterized by susceptibility to spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, ease of physical damage.
• Performs tasks independently in connection with checking and tallying special or technical items of supply.
• Verifies stock against shipping authorizations for agreement as to quantities, descriptions, sizes, conditions and conformance to purchase orders.
• Searches manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, nomenclature lists, etc. to identify special items; seeks advice of operating personnel to insure compliance with purchase orders for unusual orders.
• Applies storekeeping procedures and methods in arranging space, conducting inventory, estimating needs, and maintaining and preparing records and reports as directed.
• Makes minor adjustments or repairs to items carried in stock.
• Drives, loads, and unloads a delivery truck periodically.
• Assist faculty and staff in setting up and operating equipment for lectures, regular laboratory work, or special demonstrations.

Benefits

• Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees