Inventory Assistant/Stock Clerk II

Agriculture & Consumer Services; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Warehouse Clerk for the Food Distribution Division to load and unload USDA Foods and maintain a clean, organized storage area. The role requires forklift operation, a valid NC driver’s license, and basic math skills, with adherence to OSHA/HACCP guidelines.

Duties include following storage practices, conducting monthly inventory counts, and working in freezer and cooler environments for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload USDA Foods in a Food Distribution Warehouse.
• Maintain a clean warehouse and equipment.
• Follow proper storage practices.
• Conduct accurate monthly inventory counts.
• Work in freezer and cooler for extended periods.

Skills

Forklift operation

Valid NC driver’s license

Reading & basic math

OSHA HACCP knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

OSHA HACCP guidelines

Job description

About Us

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.

Description of Work

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. Anticipated vacancy 12/1/2026

The Food Distribution Division contributes to the nutritional wellbeing of the citizens of North Carolina by distributing USDA Foods to eligible Recipient Agencies. Food Distribution administers six food programs for USDA. Duties involve loading and unloading USDA Foods in a Food Distribution Warehouse.

This position is responsible for the clerical duties associated with loading and unloading USDA Foods. Duties also include maintaining a clean warehouse and equipment, following proper storage practices, conducting accurate monthly inventory counts, and working in a freezer and cooler for an extended period.

• Selected applicant will be subject to a reference check, driver’s license check, and Job Ready services assessment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range- $31,200-$48,810

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license
• Must be able to operate a forklift; ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be able to read and use basic math skills
• Must be able to follow OSHA and HACCP Guidelines

Additional Requirements

All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Company Culture

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!