Storekeeper/Inventory Control Clerk

Req Id: 32410

Job Title: Storekeeper/Inventory Control Clerk

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

About Our Opportunity

The Storekeeper will order, receive and store food items, office, custodial and maintenance supplies. Initiate orders, receive inventory and check accuracy of orders. Maintain stock levels. Distribute items to various locations. Process invoices in a timely manner. Maintain accurate inventory and necessary records. Keep dock and storage areas in clean and safe condition.

Responsibilities:

• Order, receive, and store food items, office and cleaning products, and supplies for the food production operation in large collegiate dining court

• Monitor food expiration dates, ensure, and maintain safe storage practices according to ServSafe and ISDH regulation food code

• Continuously orient, train, and mentor all staff members in safety, storage, rotation, labeling, stock movement, and stock handling equipment operation

• Maintain various records pertaining to items ordered, received, stored and issued. Conduct physical inventory on a monthly basis

• Teach and mentor new employees in processes to receive items, control waste, rotate products, monitor expiration dates and items delivered as orders

• Work independently using expert organization, knowledge of quantity food handling, and warehouse management skills

• Demonstrate effective communication in daily interactions with guests, employees, and supervisors

• Assist in the setup, organization, and effectiveness of food storage and equipment areas (coolers, freezers, food storage rooms)

• Organize, motivate, support, and lead all employees to ensure the proper handling of food items for a high-volume food service operation

• Operate a computer for the purpose of email, accessing payroll/timekeeping information, food production materials, processing invoices (receiving and issuing), and trainings

• Operate hand truck, dollies, and electric pallet jacks according to safety policies

• Provide exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers

• Operate university vehicles responsibly and safely according to university policies and for their purposes

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience:

Required:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent

• Valid Driver's license and Clean Motor Vehicle Record

• A minimum of two (2) years of residence hall food service experience OR two (2) years of experience in storekeeping, inventory control, warehousing or related experience

Skills:

Required:

• Stable work history and good attendance record

• Ability to plan and meet both short term and long-term goals

• Ability to attain Serve Safe Certification within three (3) months

• Ability to attain AllerTrain U Certification within three (3) months

• Ability to perform basic math functions, lift and move up to sixty (60) pounds routinely, climb ladders, and stand, walk, reach and stoop extensively

• Ability to accurately read, write, weigh, and measure

• Ability to meet daily deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to work with others, particularly individuals from differing backgrounds and views

What Sets Us Apart

This is a year-round position. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, Purdue matched retirement plans, paid vacation, paid sick time, free meal with every shift, free uniform including shoes, PPE equipment, tuition assistance for you or your family at Purdue University, free tuition for Purdue University Global, and much more. Please visit https://www.purdue.edu/hr/Benefits/index.php for more information.

Additional Information

• Purdue's benefits summary

• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position

• A background check will be required for employment in this position

• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)

• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

• Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply

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Posting Start Date: 6/26/24