JOB Under immediate supervision, performs manual labor and routine clerical record-keeping tasks in the ordering, receipt, storage, and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies in and out of the supply/receiving area. Maintains the day-to-day operations of the store; fills and distributes customer supply orders; maintains inventory and accounting records; processes requests for replenishing stock. Depending on departmental assignment, workers may be assigned to stores, receiving and supply, and/or mail operations. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Receives, stores, and distributes materials, equipment, and supplies, prepares items and parcels for shipping, loads and unloads materials from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves; moves material manually and by use of forklift, hand trucks, or other material handling equipment; opens containers using hand tools.
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Unpacks and examines incoming shipments for quantity, quality, and damage; determines whether orders have been filled correctly by verifying incoming shipments against the original order and accompanying bill of lading, invoice, or packing slips; records discrepancies and/or damages; contacts the buyer to rectify discrepancies; processes bills, prepares paperwork for payment after confirming receipt of proper shipment.
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Sorts and places supplies on racks, shelves, or in bins; ensures items are stored properly; reads schedules, work orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, and/or distributed; coordinates with departmental staff on delivery schedules and work orders; routes/transports shipments to proper stockroom.
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Loads and unloads delivery van; secures materials to prevent damage in transport to work sites; may operate county vehicles to deliver materials and supplies throughout Polk County.
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Compiles and maintains records of quantity, cost, and type of materials and supplies received, stocked and issued; compiles stock records; prepares and maintains inventory records; enters data in computerized inventory software system; prepares invoices.
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Fills requisitions and orders from store stock; assembles orders; examines stock to verify conformance to specifications and/or requisitions; places material on pallets for delivery; periodically takes a physical count of stock on hand and reconciles with inventory records; initiates purchasing requests for replenishment of stock; rotates and/or rearranges stock.
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May assemble office furniture received such as chairs, desks prior to delivery to work site; follows assembly instructions; assembles items using hand tools including pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, and hammers; may assist in assembly of larger items at the work site.
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Sorts and delivers U.S. and intradepartmental mail for all County offices; picks up and delivers mail from and to the U.S. Post Office; processes all outgoing mail by sorting and applying correct postage.
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Participates in bulk mailings to support various county operations.
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Maintains security and cleanliness of work area.
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Performs related duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Graduation from high school or equivalent, and
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One year of experience in stores, supply, warehousing, inventory, or related field, or
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Any equivalent combination of training and experience that will have provided the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Special Requirements:
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Depending on assignment, candidate may be required to obtain CPR/AED and First Aid certification within six months to one year of hire and maintain annually.
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Candidate must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and physical capacity testing to ensure candidate meets the essential physical requirements of the position.
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Depending on assignment, candidate may be required to pass a tuberculosis test annually.
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Certification in the operation of forklifts is required within six months of employment.
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A drug screen is required prior to final offer of employment.
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A criminal background check is required.
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A valid State of Iowa driver’s license is required.
