Storekeeper II

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Chelsea, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Massachusetts Veterans Home (MVH) at Chelsea is seeking to add a Storekeeper II to their team. This role is responsible for using the state procurement system, COMMBUYS, to purchase all food, goods, and supplies for the dietary department. The Storekeeper II will maintain inventory of food, supplies, and kitchenware for two kitchens, order, receive, and store food in compliance with standards, and maintain records of food by date, rotate stock, and issue supplies. This position also involves maintaining related records of storeroom supplies and performing other related duties as required. The MVH at Chelsea provides residential and long-term care programs to eligible Massachusetts veterans, with a mission to offer the highest quality personal health care services with dignity, honor, and respect.

Requirements

• Ability to make mathematical computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Knowledge of standard storekeeping methods and practices, including the receipt, storage, issuance and delivery of varied stock items including perishable goods.
• Knowledge of the proper storage methods such as palletizing, binning, etc.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of materials for handling and storing hazardous products and fragile, durable and perishable goods.
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of inventory control of supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of standard procedures, methods and materials used in packaging materials and supplies for shipment.
• Knowledge of the terminology, coding, symbols and standard abbreviations used in storekeeping.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used for the security of property.
• Skill in using small hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, etc.
• Ability to explain the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Skill in the operation of materials handling equipment used in storekeeping such as forklifts, hand trucks, dollies, etc.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of supervision.
• At least two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in storekeeping work in a storeroom, stockroom or warehouse, the major duties of which included receiving, storing and issuing supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Consults with Director of Food and Nutrition Services and Dietitian to determine food requirements for over 300 Veterans daily.
• Reviews meal plans to establish food quantities needed.
• Requisitions, receives, stores, and distributes foods, materials, equipment, forms, and supplies.
• Uses state procurement system, COMMBUYS, to purchase all food, goods, and supplies for the dietary department.
• Maintains inventory of food by keeping electronic ledgers and logs of received items.
• Reconciles inventory on hand with inventory needed and places orders with vendors through CommBuys.
• Supervises the maintenance of a perpetual inventory and related records.
• Anticipates future stock and supply needs.
• Stores foods in appropriate locations and containers, marking each appropriately.
• Unpacks and examines goods to verify quality and quantity.
• Stores materials, equipment, forms, and supplies and replenishes depleted stock.
• Conducts daily inspections of stock for spoilage or past due dates and removes/discards affected items.
• Supervises truck loading and unloading and assigns delivery routing of stocks and supplies.
• Maintains the cleanliness and appearance of the stockroom.
• Reviews records for accuracy and conformity to established procedures.
• Prepares necessary requisitions, including pricing, when stock levels are depleted.
• Maintains a file of related purchasing division awards.

Benefits

• Outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• Work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees