Shipper/Receiver (Stores/Mailroom)

Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 40

Salary Grade: Level M

Please note, this is a 1-year temporary position.

Secondments are Welcome

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About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Facilities Management fosters safe, inclusive and vibrant environments that inspire community engagement, life-bettering research and the pursuit of academic excellence.

Facilities Management is responsible for the planning, development, engineering, construction, operation, maintenance and stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Western’s campus community. FM departments include the AVP’s office, Facilities Development & Engineering, Power Plant, Business Operations, Sustainability, Building Services, Facilities Operations and Parking & Visitor Services. Our integrated team provides exceptional service in creating and maintaining Western’s facilities and in serving the community

Responsibilities

The Shipper/Receiver is responsible for the efficient and effective processing of all goods and materials ordered by Western staff. The Shipper/Receiver will verify the accuracy of orders received and resolves discrepancies with suppliers. The Shipper/Receiver ensures accurate department records are kept, monitors and maintains supplies of packaging materials for shipments and provides reports on errors and discrepancies. The Shipper/Receiver will ensure the correct distribution of trades materials and building services supplies and is responsible for the inventory control of tools and equipment from the Tool Crib. The Shipper/Receiver will process incoming and outgoing mail (parcels, envelopes, couriers etc.), applying appropriate postage and maintaining accurate billing records for Faculties/Departments. The Shipper/Receiver will pick up and deliver supplies and mail to a variety of campus buildings.

Qualifications

Education:

• 2 year Community College Certificate/Diploma in Business or a related field

Experience:

• 3 years’ experience providing customer service and working in an institutional environment with materials handling equipment
• Experience in shipping and receiving, delivery, mail/courier service, warehousing and inventory processes

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must hold a valid class G Driver’s License and a clean driving record
• Knowledge of transportation of dangerous goods processes and procedures
• Ability to lift up to 66 lbs using proper ergonomic procedures
• Demonstrated ability take initiative, to work independently and follow through on work assignments
• Ability to apply active listening to hear and understand the complete message being communicated
• Ability to establish rapport with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Ability to demonstrate patience and focus to complete detailed tasks
• Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, faculty, and other members of the University community
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Basic proficiency required in Microsoft Office in order to prepare input departmental data in spreadsheets, other records systems
• Familiarity with software applications used by Western preferred – e.g. inventory management software
• Familiarity with Western policies and guidelines preferred

Union Statement

Western welcomes applications from all qualified individuals; however, it is the university's policy to give first consideration to all qualified UWOSA applicants.

Background Checks

Please note, successful applicants will be required to produce a current, clean driving abstract prior to commencing employment.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.