Warehouse | Clerk/Driver

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Warehouse Inventory Clerk to perform receiving, storage, and distribution of textbooks and materials. You will maintain inventory accuracy, assist with asset tagging, and support purchasing activities within a district warehouse environment.

Responsibilities include loading and unloading shipments, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. Strong customer service to FWCS schools is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Warehouse/inventory experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Forklift certification within six months of employment is available.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory control, fixed asset accountability, and ERP systems is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive unload, inspect, verify and process incoming shipments.
• Store, organize, label and maintain warehouse inventory.
• Pull, stage, package, load and distribute textbooks, furniture, supplies and equipment.
• Operate District vehicles to deliver materials safely.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within district systems.
• Apply and verify District asset tags and maintain fixed asset records.
• Perform cycle counts, physical inventories and audits.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Inventory control

Customer service

Valid driver's license

Forklift certification within 6 months

Computer skills

Asset tagging & inventory records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BusinessPlus ERP

Forklift operation equipment

Job description

PURPOSE

Perform a variety of warehouse inventory control receiving shipping delivery and customer service functions in support of Fort Wayne Community Schools. Receive inspect store inventory distribute and deliver textbooks instructional materials furniture supplies equipment mail and other District assets. Maintain accurate inventory records using computerized inventory systems assist with purchasing and receiving activities and provide exceptional customer service to District schools and departments.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Warehouse/inventory experience preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain forklift certification within six months of employment
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of warehouse operations inventory control and management fixed asset accountability safe operation of warehouse equipment and BusinessPlus or successor ERP strongly preferred

Essential Functions

• Receive unload inspect verify and process incoming shipments.
• Store organize label and maintain warehouse inventory.
• Pull stage package load and distribute textbooks furniture supplies equipment and mail.
• Operate District vehicles to deliver materials safely.
• Operate forklifts pallet jacks and warehouse equipment safely.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within District inventory and financial systems.
• Apply maintain replace and verify District asset tags.
• Maintain fixed asset records including acquisitions transfers disposals and adjustments.
• Perform cycle counts physical inventories reconciliations and inventory audits.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and resolve inventory control issues.
• Maintain inventory system controls and internal documentation.
• Assist with receiving tagging transfer surplus auction preparation and disposal of District assets.
• Maintain warehouse facilities in a clean organized and safe condition.
• Follow District safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service to schools and departments.
• Assist with training new employees.
• Supports the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community-connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E’s - (Enrollment Employment Enlistment or Entrepreneurship.)
• Positively promotes and embodies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation Critical and Analytical Thinking Collaboration Communication Cultural Agility and Self-Direction
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills:Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity:Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance:Sit or stand for prolonged periods as the job requires.
• Flexibility:Ability to bend at the waist kneel or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity:Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility:Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina:Capability to lift carry push or pull up to fifty (50) pounds or more.
• Weather Conditions: Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in a varying weather conditions.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.