Summary

Performs various receiving tasks. Unloads packages, verifies and inspects materials received are as ordered and routes incoming items to appropriate departments/locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Receives and unloads incoming materials and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment; may process return shipments from customers.
2. Sorts, counts, packages, labels, insures, unpacks, and/or logs inventory which is shipped or received.
3. Inspects shipments for damages or defects; records discrepancies or damages and notifies supervisor and/or purchasing personnel.
4. Delivers items to requisitioning departments and obtains authorized signatures for accepted items.
5. Traces lost shipments and/or customer claims of lost shipments; initiates proof of delivery documents.
6. Follows established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
7. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
8. May maintain department database, prepare routine reports, and file shipping/receiving records.
9. May operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading supplies and equipment; may operate shrinkwrap machine; may operate company vehicle to deliver shipments; may assist in routine maintenance of equipment and shipping area; may lock warehouse and set alarms.
10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to read and write.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to receive, track, and distribute materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of light equipment operation and/or maintenance.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
• Ability to read, sort, check, count, and verify numbers.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.
• Knowledge of postal or commercial shipping methods and procedures

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification within 6 months of hire.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; stair climbing, heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 100 pounds for extended periods of time.
• Work involves frequent repetitive motion including but not limited to bending, twisting, and repetitive hand/wrist motion.
• Work may, on occasion, involve exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals.
• Work is normally performed in a warehouse/loading dock setting with deliveries to offices or laboratories.

The University of New Mexico provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety.

Revised Date: 05/04/2021