Materials Handler

85915BR

Campus: Tempe

Materials Handler

Job Description

The ASU Biodesign Clinical Testing Laboratory is looking for a Materials Handler to perform manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment, and supplies.

Job Family

Procurement & Stores

Department Name

Biodesign CTL

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

KNOWLEDGE ENTERPRISE DEV

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Close Date

17-November-2022

Essential Duties

• Receives shipments of testing supplies and clinical samples while following proper safety guidelines.
• Responsible for limited pick-up of samples from on-campus testing sites.
• Counts, weighs or measures incoming or outgoing items to compare identifying information and variety against bills of lading, invoices, orders or other records.
• Examines incoming shipments for damage or shortages and corresponds with shipper to rectify.
• Completes paperwork or forms required for documentation. 
• Determines method of shipment utilizing knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates; prepares materials for shipping by weighing, packaging and stamping; prepares necessary shipping forms such as bills of lading. 
• Provides on the job training to lower level employees and resolves problems utilizing knowledge of shipping/receiving/stock operations. 
• Participates in routing, counting and inspecting items while loading and unloading trucks; delivers and returns items. 
• Transports high technology, high dollar cost equipment, laboratory supplies, office supplies, furniture and hazardous materials to customers; secures cargo properly and safely with weight evenly distributed. 
• Performs vehicle inspection as required by Federal and Arizona State Law; ensures proper documentation and package marking with appropriate placards when moving hazardous materials. 
• Participates in ordering or purchasing standard stock items, such as recommending additions or deletions to standard stock items or ordering replenishments within established procedures and limits. 
• Utilizes computerized or automated systems to accomplish tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

One year of shipping/receiving experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Employee is required to possess a Class D Driver’s license throughout employment. Some positions may require state certification in forklift operation. 

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of automated or computerized system operation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of record keeping practices.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety practices.
• Experience in lifting heavy packages and objects.
• Experience in operating forklift or other materials handling equipment.
• Experience in operating large vehicles in tight and congested areas.
• Evidence of effective communication.

Working Environment

Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office/lab setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (15%) and in and around the Biodesign loading dock (25%) as well as around various outdoor/indoor locations on campus picking up samples for testing (25%). Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work (20%). Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds (15%). Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions. Required to wear personal protective equipment before entering laboratories such as lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, closed-toe shoes, and respirators. Exposure to and handling of infectious biological specimens possible.

Department Statement

For the eighth year in a row, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all eight years the category has existed.

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Background Check Statement

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Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.