Materials Handler I, UA Library Administration

Shipping and Receiving:

• Handle and maintain the flow of materials and products at the Main Library dock.
• Confirm appropriate measurements for incoming and outgoing items to compare identifying information and verify against bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records.
• Examine incoming shipments for damage or shortages and correspond with the shippers to resolve discrepancies; complete paperwork or forms required for documentation.
• Analyze various shipping and receiving records to determine priorities, assignments, and work methods required to meet schedules, utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Process orders for standard stock items, such as shipping and mail materials.
• Determine the appropriate method of shipment and resolve problems utilizing knowledge of shipping, receiving, stock, and surplus operations.
• Responsible for keeping shipping and receiving areas clean and clear of any safety hazards.

Material Handling:

• Operate motorized and non-motorized material-handling and mail-processing equipment.
• Count, weigh, and measure incoming and outgoing items to compare identifying information and quantities against bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records.
• Using the Library Van, transport high-dollar-cost equipment, supplies, mail, and materials to customers; properly secure cargo and distribute weight to ensure safe transport.
• Distribute goods to and from salvage, storage, and surplus locations.
• Move library office furniture, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Work closely with the Facilities Director to monitor supply levels and submit purchasing recommendations on a regular basis.
• Operate and maintain material-handling equipment, including pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies, to move stock and reorganize storage areas.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and report maintenance or safety concerns.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of automated or computerized systems and their operation.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping practices.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of facilities-related service request procedures and resolution processes.
• Skill in the use of moving or material-handling techniques.
• Skill in lifting and moving heavy packages and objects.
• Skill in operating material-handling equipment, including hand trucks, pallet jacks, and dollies.
• Skill in operating large vehicles in tight and congested areas.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment, one that values and leverages the benefits of a variety of perspectives.
• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and strong demonstration of UA Libraries'' Values.