Shipping & Receiving Assistant

Job Posting Information Posting Number: PG195179SP Internal Recruitment: No Working Title: Shipping & Receiving Assistant Anticipated Hiring Range: $40,000 - $42,000 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; with occasional overtime Job Location: Raleigh, NC Department: Materials Management Unit The Materials Management Unit of the College of Veterinary Medicine provides all materials management and supply support for the college. It is one of two units for the receipt and distribution of all materials, shipments, and any equipment and resource deliveries. The unit is responsible for the daily flow of supplies and materials needed for daily operations. North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is a dynamic community whose members are dedicated to preparing veterinarians and veterinarian scientists while advancing animal and human health from the cellular level through entire ecosystems. 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Essential Job Duties Join our team as a Shipping and Receiving Assistant, a vital role supporting faculty, staff, and students across the Centennial Biomedical Campus. In this hands-on position, you will support daily receiving, asset tracking, mail runs, event setup, fleet care, and heavy equipment operation. You will also safely handle specialized items, including refrigerated supplies, controlled substances, anatomy specimens, and hazardous diagnostic samples. Key Responsibilities Sign for and inventory all packages received daily from delivery trucks, confirming their accuracy against delivery manifests, including perishable, infectious, controlled substances, and valuable items. Conduct detailed inventories of all packages delivered to the Centennial Biomedical Campus, including various buildings and units within the college. Deliver packages to designated locations within the college campus, obtaining recipient signatures and recording delivery dates, especially for perishable items requiring refrigerated storage. Assist with the annual inventory of assets spread across multiple campuses and locations, including locating items, recording their details, and updating the university asset management system. Assist the Mail Room Manager with mail operations, including operation of the mail machine, deliveries and pickups from the local post office, courier runs, and retrieving pathology samples from the NC Department of Agriculture Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. Transport veterinary diagnostic samples to and from diagnostic laboratories, ensuring proper handling of infectious materials. Handle formaldehyde-preserved large and small animal cadavers for the Anatomy Lab, including transportation and use of protective equipment. Receive, document, and transport infectious disease samples for the Vector Born Laboratory to avoid public health risks. Locate and tag new purchases made by the college, documenting their details and entering them into the inventory database. Assist in documenting, tagging, and removing surplus items for disposal, adhering to safety procedures, and maintaining accurate inventory records. Assist with setting up and logistics for special events at the college, including deliveries, setup, and furniture rearrangement. Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, backhoes, dump trucks, and box trucks, ensuring proper safety training and certification. Assist with light maintenance on departmental vehicles, including fueling, cleaning, and scheduling maintenance and repairs. Assist with various moves within the college, including office and laboratory moves, and transporting heavy or delicate equipment. Provide customer service throughout the college and the College of Engineering Biomedical Engineering department, assisting customers with their needs. Demonstrate knowledge of various programs administered by Shipping and Receiving and explain them to others. Address various requests from customers across campus, ensuring policies and procedures are communicated and followed. Abilities Necessary to Perform Job Duties Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations, on a frequent basis. Other Responsibilities Any physical assistance involving heavy items or multiple items to be moved as requested by supervisor. Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalency. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience operating a forklift, hand cart, hand truck, and dollies. Ability to operate Mail Sorting and Metering Machine is desired. Excellent oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on providing outstanding customer service. Strong computer skills with particular emphasis on Microsoft Excel or similar software, and the ability to learn and use on-line computer applications to track inventory and surplus. Detail oriented with strong organizational skills. Required License or Certification Valid driver's license is required for this position. NC driver's license within 60 days of hire. Valid NC Driver's License required: Yes Commercial Driver's License Required?: No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date: 08/21/2026 Earliest Close Date: 08/28/2026. Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time. Position Details Position Number: 00065085 Position Type: SHRA Position Classification Band Title: Support Services Associate Position Classification Band Level: Journey Position Classification Salary Range: $ 33,540 - $ 58,335 Salary Grade Equivalency: NC02 Alternate Option: If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.0 Appointment: 12 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Mandatory - Medical Emergencies Time Limited Position: No Department Id: 190701 - Property Management EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact View phone number on click.appcast.io to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. 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