SUMMARY:

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for maintaining inventory control of incoming and outgoing supplies and materials. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

TYPICAL FUNCTIONS:

Loads and unloads shipment of supplies and materials and checks packing slip against invoice to verify accuracy of order.

Stacks items in proper bin or on shelves in storage area and notifies supervisor of damaged items.

Maintains records and inventory of stock levels and notifies supervisor of items to be reordered for adequate supply.

Fills requisitions for supplies from departmental and unit personnel and restocks shelves and bins with items from the warehouse.

Packages items and delivers shipments to various locations according to schedule.

Assists in the maintenance of work area, equipment, and vehicles.

Maintains warehouse storage space by keeping warehouse stocked, neat, and clean.

Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of packaging, shipping and receiving procedures, rules, and regulations. Ability to read and prepare packing slips, memos, status reports, requisitions, and letters. Ability to follow instruction orally and in writing. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. Ability to monitor supply usage and maintain supply levels and records. Ability to perform manual labor under varying working conditions using necessary tools and equipment. Ability to operate standard office equipment, including typewriter, calculator, word processor, computer, FAX, and copier.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.

Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.