Warehouse Operator 3 | WCCW

State of Washington; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/telework (where applicable)

Up to 25 vacation days

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a Warehouse Operator 3 for the Washington Corrections Center for Women in Gig Harbor, WA. The role entails senior warehousing duties, inventory management, and staff mentorship within a secure facility.

The position is full-time and permanent, requiring compliance with safety standards and the ability to work in a prison environment. Teamsters 117 represents this role, with a strong emphasis on accurate receiving and storage processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Physical ability to perform required work.
• Two years of warehouse experience.
• Basic computer experience and Microsoft Office literacy.
• Valid driver’s license required and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior level warehousing duties.
• Receive shipments and inspect against order documents.
• Manage inventories, reorder points, and stock rotation.
• Ensure proper organization to aid staff in orders and monthly inventory.
• Support and mentor warehouse staff; supervise incarcerated individuals.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

High school diploma or GED

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Warehouse Operator 3

Full Time | Permanent

Location: Washington Corrections Cetner for Women | Gig Harbor, WA

Salary Range: $5,296 - $6,132 Monthly

This position is represented by the Teamsters 117 Bargaining Unit.

The candidate of choice must be comfortable working in a Prison environment as you will be required to work in facility daily.

Are you a safety minded individual with excellent organization skills? Do you like a challenge daily in your work while improving public safety by positively changing lives? If you have answered a resounding “yes”, the Washington State Department of Corrections may be your next career move! The goal of this position is to perform senior level warehousing functions for the Business Services Warehouse at the Washington Corrections Center for Women.

In this role, you support and develop warehouse staff while promoting the core values of the agency including Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Respect. The Warehouse supports the institution in the procurement, warehousing, and distribution of essential supplies and equipment necessary for the smooth operation of the facility, by providing for the daily needs of the incarcerated individuals and staff.

The candidate of choice must be knowledge of consumable inventory systems, have the ability to reconcile consumable inventory including investigation and resolution of discrepancies, and use analytical and problem-solving skills to review information and determine an appropriate solution.

Looking for someone who has working knowledge and experience of warehouse operations, provide great customer service, knowledge of inventory systems, assist with training of warehouse equipment, and reconciling inventory counts. Prefer someone to have supervisory experience and can mentor staff to be the best they can be.

• Warehousing which could look like:
  • Performing senior level warehousing duties
  • Receiving shipments, inspecting for condition, accuracy and type against order/shipping documents and documents receipt to support vendor payment or credit
  • Effectively managing inventories to include identifying and maintaining reorder points, stock rotation and inventory levels
  • Ensuring stock is organized in a manner that facilitates other staff pulling orders and conducting monthly inventory
  • Participating in monthly warehouse inventories and weekly spot-checks
  • Maintaining an organized and efficient work environment free of hazards
  • Maintaining good safety practices
  • Escorting/transporting crews to complete work necessary for facility operations
  • Assisting the Warehouse Operator 4 in the oversight and daily functions of the warehouse operation, such as but not limited to reviewing available storage areas for warehouse needs
  • Providing excellent customer service, being responsive, accurate, timely and respectful to customers at all times.
• Supervising Staff
• Supervising and Training Incarcerated Individuals
• Inventory Management
• Other Duties

What we need (required qualifications):

• High school graduation or GED
• Physical ability to do the required work
• Two years of warehouse experience
• Basic computer experience and Microsoft Office literacy
• Valid driver’s license required and must be maintained for employment

What will make your application stand out (preferred qualifications):

• Experience training others
• Ability to drive a manual transmission vehicle
• Three years of progressive clerical or technical experience in retail clerking, warehousing, stockkeeping, shipping, or receiving and operation of material handling equipment
• Intermediate computer experience and Microsoft Office literacy

Vision:

Working together for safer communities.

Mission:

Improving public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Commitment:

To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• This recruitment may be utilized to fill more than one position.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Telework Details

This position may be allocated for telework. If authorized for the role, work may be performed from your home or another offsite location within the state of Washington using a reliable internet or cellular hotspot service at that time. Employees are expected to perform assigned duties in a safe manner, to take proper care all state-issued equipment, and maintain confidentiality of all information in possession while working offsite. Employees will be required to commute to a Department of Corrections facility or field office as business requires, to potentially include components of the onboarding process. Some offices will have a “drop in” area available, however, a dedicated workspace within a DOC facility will not be provided.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

*Teamsters 117 represented positions receive 3 days of bereavement leave.

Retirement Options

• PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, visit the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) or call 800-547-6657.
• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] or call us at 509-630-9160. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.