University of Chicago · 3 months ago
Warehouse Clerical Project Assistant II
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.14/hr - $29.48/hr
2+ years expThe University of Chicago Press Distribution Center is a state-of-the-art facility that provides distribution and fulfillment services. The Warehouse Clerical Project Assistant II will assist the Inventory Control Department by managing invoices, ordering supplies, and reporting attendance across departments.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Receive, code and submit invoices for payment approval
Order supplies proactively and as instructed for all departments of Distribution Center. Reconcile and file management’s expense reports as needed
Collect and report daily attendance of all CDC departments
Carry relevant working knowledge of all CDC departments to provide assistance to management as needed
Qualification
Required
High school diploma required
At least two years of publishing experience required, preferably in books
Background in a warehouse environment
Good math, bookkeeping and accounting skills
Excellent writing skills, word-processing experience and the ability to work with and understand complex computer reports a must
Microsoft Office skills and proficient in Warehouse Management systems required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
High level of discretion in sensitive matters required
Customer service oriented
Exposure to warehouse environment
Use computer extensively for four hours or more
Lift up to 50 pounds
Preferred
Understanding of warehouse operations a plus
Previous experience in inventory control preferred
Material handling equipment experience preferred
Understanding of inventory best practices preferred
Benefits
Health
Retirement
Paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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