CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Warehouse Services Assistant
SALARY:
$36,126.03 - $46,726.00
DEPARTMENT:
Purchasing
Opening Date:
06/13/2025
Closing Date:
06/27/2025 12:00 a.m.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under direction, carries out warehouse operations such as receiving, storing, counting, delivering, issuing, and shipping materials, supplies, furniture, and equipment. Reviews inventory records for accuracy and adherence to procedures. Evaluates stock levels and enters data into various systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitors activities in the warehouse to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness.
Intakes, processes, and stores incoming shipments, stockroom, and warehouse inventory.
Prepares and distributes materials, supplies, furniture, and equipment.
Checks inventory records to ensure accuracy and assess stock levels.
Assists in the preparation of the auction.
Compiles and maintains records of materials, equipment, and supplies.
Stages outgoing shipments and ensures accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.
Communicates frequently with vendors and departments regarding purchases and orders.
Organizes and maintains the physical condition of the warehouse and equipment to comply with standards and regulations.
Utilizes and operates various equipment such as a handcart, hand-truck, pallet jack, and Hilo equipment.
Operates an automobile (including a delivery truck) to perform assigned job functions.
Performs related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
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Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Management or related field
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Experience operating Hilo equipment
Required Licenses or Certifications
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Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel
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Obtain and maintain a current State of Michigan (Hilo) Industrial Powered Truck Operator license within one (1) month from the date of hire. Macomb County will provide the testing for licensing
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:
Knowledge of:
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Warehouse organization, policies, and operating procedures
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Local and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding warehouse maintenance
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Record-keeping techniques and practices
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Inventory software and databases
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Inventory data entry
Skill in:
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Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with staff and the public
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Inventory control
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Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
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Operating personal computers with current versions of office efficiency software and applications
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Verbal and written communication
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Organization and time management
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Prioritizing, monitoring, staging, and reviewing shipments
Ability to:
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Perform standard calculations rapidly and accurately
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Operate heavy machinery or drive equipment
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Maintain records, logs, and reports
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Maintain cleanliness of warehouse
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Perform accurate complex warehouse, inventory, and archive data
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Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
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Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
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Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
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Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
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Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
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Work independently
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Work Environment
Office or similar indoor environment: F/C
Outdoor environment: O
Street environment (near moving traffic): O
Construction site: N/S
Confined space: N/S
Exposures
Individuals who are hostile or irate: O
Individuals with known violent backgrounds: O
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S
Communicable diseases: N/S
Moving mechanical parts: F/C
Fumes or airborne particles: O
Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S
Loud noises (85+ decibels): O
Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Demand:
Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: F/C
Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): F/C
Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: F/C
Crawling (moving about on hands and knees):O
Inspecting in confined spaces: O
Digging: N/S
Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: F/C
Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/C
Kneeling to work at low levels: O
Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C
Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):
Up to 50 pounds: F/C
Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: F/C
Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): F/C
Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C
Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C
Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C
Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS
Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.
The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language that could require consideration in the selection process.
