Warehouse Operator 1 (Full-time, non-permanent) at Centralia College in Centralia, Kansas

Job Description:

Job Title: Warehouse Operator 1 (Full-time, non-permanent)
Location: Centralia College
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 14356
About Us

Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station.

As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.

In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs.

Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds.

For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu.

Job Description

The Warehouse Operator 1 supports the Procurement Services Department within Centralia College¿s Finance and Administration Division by facilitating the efficient flow of goods and services to the campus community.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring that supplies, materials, and equipment are received, processed, and distributed accurately and on time. This role supports the campus buyer and department director in maintaining smooth operations by managing technical aspects of procure to pay process, including receiving, inventory control, mail processing, and customer service.

The Warehouse Operator also provides essential support for print and reproduction services, contributes to maintaining organized office and storage environments, and delivers high-quality customer service to meet the needs of students, staff, and faculty.

Duties and Responsibilities

Receiving Functions:

Unpacks, inspects, and verifies the accuracy of all goods received.
Labels deliveries and allocates them to designated areas.
Investigates and resolves shipment issues, including delays, errors, damaged goods, and discrepancies by contacting suppliers.
Applies asset management inventory control tagging when appropriate.
Coordinates and schedules freight deliveries with carriers and vendors.

Mail and Shipping Services:

Ensures outgoing mail is labeled, stamped, and processed according to USPS guidelines.
Sorts and distributes incoming mail into campus mailboxes.
Prepares bulk mailings and coordinates daily USPS pick-up or delivery.
Facilitates delivery of large or cumbersome packages in coordination with campus facilities staff or external vendors.

Customer Service:

Provides in-person and telephone support, greeting and assisting walk-in customers with inquiries.
Addresses customer questions, concerns, and complaints promptly, striving for satisfactory resolutions.
Maintains a welcoming and organized reception area and coordinates with other departments as needed.
Performs administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, and scheduling.

Copy and Print Services:

Operates copy machines and related equipment, diagnosing and performing routine maintenance as needed.
Inspects completed print jobs to ensure they meet quality and specification standards.
Assembles and prepares reproduced materials for distribution.

Additional Duties:

Maintains order and cleanliness in the Procurement Services office and storage areas.
Coordinates the delivery of supplies and mail.
Monitors and replenishes office supplies for the department.
Determines work priorities and schedules tasks to ensure efficient workflow.

Qualifications

High School graduation or GED Certificate and physical ability to do required work and six (6) months of clerical or technical experience in retail clerking, warehousing, stock keeping, shipping, or receiving and operation of material handling equipment.

OR

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration, apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of procurement, inventory control, and business arithmetic.
Experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, or mailroom environments.
Proficiency in customer service and administrative tasks.
Familiarity with USPS guidelines and procedures.
Ability to operate office equipment, including copiers and peripheral devices.
Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.
Forklift certification (preferred).
Basic understanding of safety and compliance standards in shipping/receiving.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge:

Understanding of warehouse safety protocols, including OSHA regulations and proper lifting techniques.
Familiarity with receiving, storing, and shipping processes.

Skills:

Technical proficiency with procurement and/or supply chain management systems or software, warehouse management systems, inventory control software, and office equipment.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Abilities:

Physical stamina to perform tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail in inventory management and adherence to safety standards.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to evolving tasks and technologies.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Capability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
Exposure to varying temperatures, dust, chemicals, and equipment noise is expected.
Ability to perform essential physical tasks such as reaching, handling, and grasping.

Conditions of Employment

This is a full-time non-permanent up to 12-months position. Classified employees are represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). The state of Washington provides a comprehensive benefits package for state employees including education benefits.

DEADLINE: This position closes on October 22, 2024. The screening committee will begin their review October 23, 2024.

COMPENSATION

Monthly Salary: Range 32G ($3,317 - $3,728)

Hourly Salary: Range 32G ($19.06 - $21.43)

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items:

• Online Application
  
  


• Cover Letter that addresses your interest in the position and ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement.
  
  


• Detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience that demonstrates how you meet the qualifications.
  
  


• List of at least three professional references with contact information. References are typically contacted after interviews.
  
  

Eligibility to Work

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

Background Check

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

EEO Statement

Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, especially people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

It is the policy of Centralia College to assure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.

Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943.

The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943.

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Centralia College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-623-8947.

Title IX Statement

Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.

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