Storekeeper II

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Storekeeper II operates a small storeroom or is responsible for one or more functions of a large storeroom operation, and may provide functional supervision to storeroom personnel. In ISU Dining’s Foodstores Logistics team, the role receives, stores, inventories, and delivers food, supplies, equipment, and other materials to campus dining locations. It involves operating delivery vehicles and pallet jacks; loading and unloading materials; verifying deliveries; documenting transfers; distributing products; coordinating with delivery-site staff; and moving furniture and equipment between Dining locations. The Storekeeper II also serves as a resource for delivery logistics.

The position maintains inventory across coolers, freezers, and dry storage areas, including proper stock rotation, receiving temperatures, product quality, and records. Duties include fulfilling orders and requisitions, conducting inventory counts, using tablets and inventory systems, completing Quality Assurance logs, and keeping storage areas clean, safe, and organized. The role also supports and trains student staff, assists with equipment maintenance, coordinates vendor returns, and obtains and maintains ServSafe and forklift certifications. Some items may weigh up to 100 pounds.

The position requires legal authorization to work in the United States on an ongoing basis; immigration sponsorship is unavailable. The appointment is regular, full time, and employs the incumbent for 12 months per year.

Requirements

• One year of work experience in storekeeping, accounting, business administration, or related work, or a combination of such experience and post-high-school education totaling one year.
• Possession of an appropriate driver’s license as required.
• Knowledge of storeroom methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of the characteristics, uses, and proper handling and storage techniques of supplied items.
• 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, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and constituents.
• Ability to work independently and provide functional supervision.
• Ability to work with a computerized inventory control system.
• Some items may weigh up to 100 pounds.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship; immigration sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in food service, warehouse, storeroom, receiving, or distribution operations.
• Experience receiving, storing, rotating, and issuing food, supplies, or inventory.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment.
• Experience using computerized inventory, purchasing, or warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, quality assurance, temperature monitoring, and FIFO inventory practices.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, inventory, and issue equipment, materials, supplies, foodstuffs, and other products according to established methods.
• Operate delivery vehicles and pallet jacks; periodically drive, load, and unload delivery trucks and other materials.
• Verify deliveries against shipping authorizations and purchase orders, including quantities, descriptions, sizes, condition, and conformity.
• Complete transfer documentation, distribute products, and coordinate with delivery-site staff to ensure items are accurately and safely placed.
• Maintain inventory across coolers, freezers, and dry storage areas, including stock rotation, receiving temperatures, product quality, and accurate records.
• Fulfill orders and requisitions and conduct inventory counts using tablets and computerized inventory systems.
• Complete Quality Assurance logs and maintain clean, safe, and organized storage areas.
• Arrange storage space, estimate needs, and maintain and prepare stock records, reports, and inventories.
• Identify special or technical supply items using manufacturers’ catalogs, technical bulletins, and nomenclature lists; consult operating personnel about unusual orders.
• Handle special stock items requiring nonstandard storage or identification, including items that are toxic, fragile, combustible, perishable, or susceptible to contamination or damage.
• Perform independent checking and tallying of special or technical items and make minor adjustments or repairs to stocked items.
• Assist faculty and staff with setting up and operating equipment for lectures, laboratory work, or demonstrations.
• Move furniture and equipment between Dining locations and serve as a resource for delivery logistics.
• Support and train student staff, assist with equipment maintenance, coordinate vendor returns, and obtain and maintain ServSafe and forklift certifications.
• Provide functional supervision to storeroom personnel as required.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans.
• Onsite childcare in Ames, Iowa.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellbeing program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed