DSHS Rainier Warehouse Operator 2

State of Washington•Pierce County – Buckley, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Warehouse Operator 2 to join our warehousing team at Rainier School in Buckley, Washington. This position serves within the Consolidated Business Services (CBS) Region 2 within the Finance, Technology, and Analytics Administration (FTAA). This position supports daily warehouse operations by receiving, verifying, storing, and distributing products and supplies throughout the facility. You’ll maintain organized and properly stocked warehouse areas, support inventory activities, and use inventory management systems to issue, receive, and maintain accurate inventory records. You’ll work with vendors and staff to resolve delivery, inventory, and customer service issues while helping ensure goods and supplies are available and distributed efficiently to support residents, staff, and facility operations.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED
Physical ability to do required work
One year of clerical or technical experience in retail clerking, warehousing, stockkeeping, shipping, or receiving and operation of material handling equipment.
Equivalent education/experience.
Knowledge of inventory control practices, warehousing methods, and effective storage techniques.
Ability to learn inventory systems and use specialized supply-management software accurately.
Ability to organize warehouse operations to ensure safe, efficient receiving, storage, inventory control, and distribution.
Ability to safely operate equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, delivery vehicles, and related tools.
Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks while following proper safety practices and procedures.
Ability to manage multiple priorities by organizing tasks and meeting established deadlines.
Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written formats and follow written and verbal instructions.
Valid driver's license (if driving on state business).
Liability insurance on privately owned vehicle (if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business).

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect deliveries by unloading shipments, verifying condition and accuracy, and resolving any discrepancies.
Maintain organized warehouse spaces by stocking shelves, repacking merchandise, filling orders, and maximizing available storage.
Pick and prepare orders for distribution to units, departments, and other facility areas.
Maintain accurate inventory records using applicable inventory management and reporting systems.
Conduct scheduled inventory activities including monthly, quarterly, and annual counts.
Coordinate facility-wide distribution to ensure goods are properly received, stored, accounted for, and issued.
Work with internal customers to identify specifications and requirements for requested goods and materials.
Communicate with vendors to obtain product information, resolve delivery issues, and expedite orders.
Process receiving documentation and forward required information to CBS2 for timely vendor payment.
Assist staff and customers with product selection, availability, order status, and other warehouse-related inquiries.