Stockroom Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. in Blacksburg, VA, is inviting applications for a position in the Chemistry Department Research Stockroom. The role involves assisting the Stockroom Supervisor with diverse tasks including managing stockroom functions like receiving, shipping, and inventory. Candidates should possess prior stockroom knowledge and skills in operating equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. Proficiency in Microsoft programs and a background in chemistry is preferred. This is a regular appointment at 32 hours per week, eligible for overtime.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in stockroom and warehouse management.
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.
• Ability to safely load and unload products.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Stockroom Supervisor with stockroom functions.
• Inspect and verify shipping and receiving documents.
• Enter, track, and inventory all items using a computer.

Skills

Stockroom and warehouse experience

Shipping and receiving knowledge

Safe loading and unloading skills

Equipment operation (forklifts, pallet jacks)

Inventory reporting and spreadsheet experience

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Education

Education or training in chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

The Chemistry Department Research Stockroom is seeking a very motivated person to assist the Stockroom Supervisor with tasks assigned including a full range of stockroom functions such as receiving, shipping, issuing, ordering, inventory, and storing products, supplies and equipment. Inspects and verifies all shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies. Use a computer to enter, track, and inventory all items.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in and knowledge of a stockroom and warehouse.
• Knowledge of shipping, receiving and inventory procedures.
• Experience of making deliveries, loading and unloading products in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of storage/handling techniques and safety regulations.
• Skill in operating equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and handtrucks.
• Experience with inventory reports and spreadsheets, requisitions, invoices, and shipping logs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computers and calculators.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write legibly, weigh, measure, and perform routine mathematical calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work quickly, and work efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft programs such as Access Database, Word, and Excel.
• Education or training in chemistry with knowledge of hazardous properties of chemicals.
• Working knowledge of HokieMart.

Pay Band: 3

Overtime Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Regular

Hours per week: 32

Review Date: 3/30/26

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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