Departmental Assistant

UMass Amherst Stroke Support Group; Amherst (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for the part-time Departmental Assistant in the Warehouse. This role supports dining program replenishment, receives orders, ships items, and delivers products across campus while upholding inventory practices in the warehouse.

You will help with inventories, maintain warehouse and vehicles, and assist with special events. Schedule varies and on-site work in Amherst is required, with some nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in a warehouse.
• Ability to perform physical tasks common to warehousing and distribution.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• A valid Class D license is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive foods, supplies, materials, and equipment per SOPs.
• Assist with inventories and monitor on-hand counts.
• Maintain warehouse, vehicles, and equipment.
• Pick up and deliver food items to campus locations.
• Observe proper storage practices.
• Assist with special events as necessary.

Skills

Warehouse knowledge

Physical endurance

Following instructions

Tools

Class D license

Job description

Title: Departmental Assistant

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Auxiliary Enterprises

Department: Warehouse

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule:Part Time

Work Arrangement:Onsite

Job Summary

The Warehouse Helper (Departmental Assistant) assist in the general function an organization of the University's dining program replenishment program. This includes receiving orders, shipping orders, delivering product to residential and retail dining establishments and ensuring the warehouse's inventory practices are upheld.

Essential Functions

• Receive foods, supplies, materials, and equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Assist with inventories ensuring accurate on-hand counts for items are monitored.
• Maintain warehouse, vehicles, and equipment.
• Pick up and deliver food items to various locations across the University.
• Exercise good storage practices.
• Assist with special events as necessary.

Other Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment normally used in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks normal to warehousing and distribution.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• A Valid Class D license is required for this position.

Additional Details

The successful applicant will be a part of the bargaining unit after working at least (10) hours per week and (6) weeks in a calendar year.

This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in indoor and/or outdoor environments, and requires frequent lifting, bending, tool use or equipment use. May involve work in confined spaces or at heights.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Schedule will vary based on departmental needs and may include nights, weekends, and holidays,

Salary Information

Hourly Rate:$15.00- $19.00