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About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum of 1-year verifiable experience in warehouse receiving or inventory control operations.
• Knowledge of warehouse safety, inventory procedures, and hand/power tools.
• Proficiency with barcode scanners, WMS, work order systems, and Microsoft 365.
• Demonstrated ability to perform required tasks independently.
• Valid NYS driver’s license with acceptable record.
• Forklift certification.
• Availability for overtime during heavy workloads or emergencies.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs.
• Ability to perform repeated bending, squatting, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to work from an aerial lift.

Nice To Haves

• High attention to detail, strong math skills, and ability to multitask.
• Experience implementing warehouse inventory control or warehouse management systems.
• NYS CDL B license.

Responsibilities

• Unload, inspect, and verify shipments against purchase orders; identify shortages or damages.
• Maintain accurate counts using barcode scanners, spreadsheets, or warehouse management software.
• Organize, label, and store materials to maximize space and accessibility.
• Process receiving reports, invoices, and shipping documents; maintain records for audits.
• Monitor inventory levels, identify shortages, and prepare replenishment requests.
• Follow all safety regulations and maintain a clean, hazard free work environment.
• Coordinate return to vendor processes for damaged or incorrect goods.
• Receive high volume LTL and FTL freight deliveries.
• Operate box trucks with lift gates to distribute goods to academic and administrative departments.
• Prioritize immediate delivery of sensitive lab materials or perishable research goods.
• Assist with surplus evaluation, recycling, hazardous material disposal, and inter departmental transfers of usable goods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement