Warehouse Worker (Full-time) at InsideHigherEd

Job Title:Warehouse Worker (Full-time)Department:Shipping and ReceivingWork Location:ALL SITESDuties:Under the direction of the Warehouse Supervisor/Director of Purchasing, the Warehouse Worker is responsible for performing routine manual and clerical work including receiving, storing, issuing, delivering and shipping of materials and supplies. The Warehouse Worker is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing/supporting programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.1. Receives, unloads and unpacks incoming materials, supplies and equipment. Inspects incoming freight for damage and verifies package count prior to signing carrier freight bills.2. Verifies accuracy of shipments by counting and comparing description and code numbers with information on packing list or invoice and also with the online purchase order system. Records any discrepancies or damage.3. Stores items according to established warehouse procedures.4. Delivers received items and obtains appropriate signed receipt from department.5. Prepares (wrapping, boxing, labeling) outgoing freight and loads freight on truck/car as necessary.6. Assists in maintaining current inventory records and takes inventory as directed.7. May assist with the fixed asset process which includes but is not limited to tagging of assets and collecting asset data for Colleague.8. Assists various campus departments move assets with usage of forklift, pallets, pallet jack, etc. as necessary.9. Assists with staging inventory for auction/donation process as necessary.10. Handles claims of damaged or mis-delivered items.11. Performs various filing and clerical duties.12. Maintains work area in orderly manner.13. May perform visual safety checks on operating equipment as necessary.Performs related duties as assignedEducation/Experience:Minimum of a High school diploma or high school equivalency (GED).Minimum of six months experience in related field required.Experience with fork lift truck and other equipment preferred.Must possess valid Illinois vehicle driver’s license.See Qualifications section for details.Qualifications:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.Ability to read and comprehend English written instructions.Effective communication skills (written and oral).Basic computational skills.Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.Experience with computers .Ability to complete Warehouse Worker duties and tasks as noted.Ability to operate equipment including, but not limited to: Fork Lift Truck, Gator, manual and electric pallet jack, Pick up Truck, carts and dollies.Ability to unload sand unpack materials, supplies and equipment. Inspects incoming freight for damage and verify accuracy of shipments by counting and comparing description and code numbers with information with the online purchase order system; records any discrepancies or damage; delivers received items and obtains appropriate signed receipt from department; handle claims of damaged or misdelivered items; store items according to established warehouse procedures and complete other duties as assigned.Position Status:Full TimeHours:Monday through Thursday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PMFriday 7:45 AM-4:15 PMSalary/Wage:$15.97-$18.62/hour plus benefitsHourly/Salary:HourlyBenefits:Support Staff PositionMoraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for benefit eligible employees and family, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:Health, Dental, VisionLife insurance; Optional lifeDisability insuranceTuition reimbursementMVCC Tuition waiverSURS Retirement planVacation DaysHolidaysSick LeavePersonal daysBereavement daysTax-sheltered annuity plansVisit these links to learn more about specific benefits and eligibility criterion for this position/category:Benefit HighlightsBenefit Guide-DetailsReview of Applications Begins:12/12/2025Position Type:Support/Hourly StaffPosting Number:SS00586POpen Date:12/05/2025Special Instructions to Applicants:Please complete application with resume and cover letter. For best consideration, apply with all required materials prior to review date.