What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Worker position at Oregon State University?
Department
Department of Chemistry
Special Instructions To Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
For Additional Information Please Contact
Paula Christie
541-737-1681
Paula.Christie@oregonstate.edu
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 18 hours per week) Warehouse Worker position for the Chemistry Department at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Chemistry Department Warehouse Worker is responsible for receiving all incoming chemistry department shipments and deliveries, maintaining proper records, distributing packages to their proper locations, as well as assisting Chem Stores Customers as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications
$18.06- $21.91
Anticipated Start Date
2026-11-02
Anticipated End Date
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Department of Chemistry
Special Instructions To Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
- A resume/CV; and
- A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
- Supplemental Questions; Please address the following questions (Upload as Separate Document):
- Describe how you specifically meet the requirements of this position through your professional and/or volunteer experience.
- How would you handle receiving a shipment that does not match the purchase order?
- Why is maintaining a chain of custody important?
- How do you handle physically demanding work?
For Additional Information Please Contact
Paula Christie
541-737-1681
Paula.Christie@oregonstate.edu
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 18 hours per week) Warehouse Worker position for the Chemistry Department at Oregon State University (OSU).
The Chemistry Department Warehouse Worker is responsible for receiving all incoming chemistry department shipments and deliveries, maintaining proper records, distributing packages to their proper locations, as well as assisting Chem Stores Customers as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving shipments; Check for damage, verify items received, report any discrepancies
- Update all applicable paperwork and software applications of receipts.
- Maintain a positive chain of custody.
- Maintain a clear dock, tidy work area and clear aisles
- Contact the appropriate person/group that the order has arrived
- Track stalled or slow purchase orders and contact the appropriate person regarding the situation.
- Support Chem Stores staff
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to lift 40 pounds.
- Ability to use standard warehouse equipment to move heavy boxes, crates, and drums.
- Ability to access tall shelves safely with a ladder or other extended reach equipment.
- Experience providing quality customer service to a diverse group of individuals with varying needs and conflicting deadlines.
- Experience prioritizing various tasks and coordinating multiple projects.
- Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and various online software packages including Google Chrome and Firefox applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience handling chemicals.
- Experience working in a warehouse environment.
- Work is performed in a warehouse environment.
- Available to work mid-day each weekday; typically, between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
- Availability to work an infrequent extended workday as needed by the department.
$18.06- $21.91
Anticipated Start Date
2026-11-02
Anticipated End Date
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. If this position has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities and/or driving duties and you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Salary : $18 - $22