Category:
Full-time Staff
Department:
Administration - Facilities Management
Closes:
Aug 28, 2026 - 11:59 PM EDT
Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education to prepare individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.
The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a work environment where our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.
Title: Shipping and Receiving - Storekeeper IV
Unit: AFSCME, Unit II
Reports To: Director of Facilities Management, Bedford Campus
Date: August 7, 2026
General Summary: Incumbents of this position unpack and examine incoming goods; purchase supplies and equipment; store goods, supplies and equipment; mark identifying codes, etc. on articles; issue supplies, materials and equipment; maintain records; take inventories; and perform related work as assigned. The basic purpose of the position is to receive, store, issue, ship and purchase supplies, materials and equipment for use on the College's Bedford Campus.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Unpacks and examines incoming goods to verify quality, quantity and condition of goods for conformance to specifications, including counting, weighing and/or sorting incoming articles
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Stores goods, supplies and equipment in appropriate storage containers according to size, shape and type
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Marks identifying codes, figures or letters on articles and attaches tags to articles for identification purposes
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Issues supplies, materials and equipment to users in accordance with established procedures
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Maintains records and logs of items received, issued and shipping including description of articles, type and other identifying information in accordance with established procedures
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Takes physical inventory of supplies and equipment to determine actual amounts on hand, to review and/or reconcile stock records to detect spoilage, damage or variances in quantity
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Performs related duties such as loading and unloading items to and from trucks; maintaining general appearance of stockroom; weighing materials and other equipment to locations using hand trucks
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Determine and order quantity, type style, etc. of items needed including taking physical inventories to determine actual amounts on hand. Also, review and/or reconcile stock records to determine spoilage, damage, or variances in quantity insure adequate inventory for College office supply needs
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Provide on-the-job training for employees of lower grade(s)
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Reviews requisitions, invoices, orders and other records to determine resources required to meet shipping and receiving needs, to determine availability of goods and to ensure accuracy and completeness of documents
- Acts as a liaison with vendors and suppliers in order to exchange information and resolve problems that may arise
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Oversees receiving and issuing activities to ensure proper quantity, quality, condition of goods and compliance with College procedures
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Oversees activities of storeroom workers of lower grade(s) in loading, unloading, storing and distributing materials and equipment
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Reviews storeroom records for accuracy of information, compliance with College procedures and to determine stock levels
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Observes work in progress of subordinates engaged in storeroom activities to ensure compliance with established standards
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Recommends methods and procedures to be used in handling, storing, issuing and shipping storeroom items
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Coordinates activities of workers engaged in storekeeping activities to ensure effective operations and compliance with established standards
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Evaluates storekeeping activities in order to determine effectiveness and to make recommendations concerning changes as needed
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Confers with superiors in order to provide information and resolve programs
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Serves as first response team member for all types of urgent problems and emergencies; is essential personnel for the College. Reports observations of maintenance, security and safety related matters to appropriate Facilities Management staff
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Assists with and/or performs other Facilities Management related and essential duties as required, such as snow removal, event setups and special events
Applicants must have (A) at least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in storekeeping work in a storeroom, stockroom, or warehouse, the major duties of which include receiving, storing, and issuing supplies and equipment, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity
Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities
Ability to make arithmetical computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) with speed and accuracy
Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols
Ability to gather information by examining records and documents
Ability to assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to deal tactfully with others
Ability to exercise sound judgement
Ability to list and carry heavy objects
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
Requires physical stamina and endurance
Requires knowledge of standard storekeeping methods and practices, including the receipt, storage, issuance and delivery of varied stock items including perishable goods
Knowledge of proper storage methods such as palatizing and binning
Knowledge of the types and uses of materials handling equipment used in storekeeping
Knowledge of the standard methods and techniques for handling and storing hazardous products and fragile, durable and perishable goods
Knowledge of the standard recordkeeping techniques and procedures used in storekeeping
Knowledge of the principles and methods of inventory control of supplies and equipment
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures followed in storekeeping
Knowledge of standard procedures, methods and materials used in packaging materials and supplies for shipment
Knowledge of the various methods used in transporting goods, materials and equipment
Knowledge of the terminology, coding, symbols and standard abbreviations used in storekeeping
Knowledge of the methods and procedures used for the security of property
Knowledge of the types and uses of small hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, etc.
Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; controlling work through periodic reviews and/or evaluations; determining subordinates' training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action.
Ability to explain the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities
Ability to prepare general reports
Salary Range: $55,966 is the starting salary for a Grade 15, Step 1, AFSCME, Unit II position. Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:
- High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
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Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
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Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
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Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
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Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
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12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
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Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
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Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
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Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
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Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
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Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
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Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
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Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Location: Bedford campus with occasional travel to Lowell as needed
Hours: 40 hours per week
Expected Start Date: August/September 2026
Application Deadline: August 28, 2026
All applicants must apply online by submitting:
- Cover Letter
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Resume
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Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Pre-Employment Requirements:
The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
All offers of employment at Middlesex Community College are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates, as deemed necessary.
Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3546 or [email protected].
