Purchasing/Receiving Assistant - McDonnell Genome Institute (MGI)

Genome Technology Access Center PositionThe Genome Technology Access Center at the McDonnell Genome Institute (View email address on click.appcast.io) was formed in 2019 and represents a union of the institution's two major genomics research facilities. View email address on click.appcast.io provides access in a fee-for-service mode to all its genomics technologies and services to researchers at Washington University and beyond. This position is responsible for receiving and/or purchasing storeroom supplies, including upkeep of inventory tracking system for assigned department. Asset tracking, review, and acceptance for assigned department. Assisting as needed for Preventative Maintenance visits to orchestrate between lab and vendor.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Storeroom Operations: Set up accounts, provide instruction to new users on storeroom procedures; assist customers with finding items in storeroom; return items for credit.Shipping and Receiving: Receive all deliveries to the assigned Department; Match all packing slips to the correct purchase order (PO) and make sure the deliveries go to the correct requestor; Prepare all outgoing shipments for the Department.Creating or Approving assigned Department Purchase Orders: Process and approve POs; Check pricing on POs; Check accuracy of vendor contact information, fund numbers, budget object code numbers and product part numbers.Inventory and Stocking: Inventory stock of consumable items which may include chemicals, gas cylinders, liquid nitrogen and dry ice; order inventory; stock storeroom shelves.Accounting: Complete online accounting entries, code invoices with budget object codes, fund numbers, etc. Maintain Department Tracking Systems: Input incoming chemicals into department's chemical tracking system (EHS Assist); Barcode all incoming chemicals; Maintain accuracy of the storeroom's chemicals in EHS Assist; Assist research lab personnel with keeping their lab's inventory correct in EHS Assist; Set up new users in EHS Assist and give instruction for use and convey the importance of the system; Maintain the gas cylinder tracking program.Back-Up Storeroom Manager: In the absence of the Storeroom Supervisor (vacation, sick days, conferences, etc.), perform the tasks of the manager.Perform other duties as assigned.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required Qualifications:University required Environmental Health and Safety certificate of training specific to department (to be completed on the job) required to ship hazardous materials, infectious substances, biological materials, chemicals and dry ice as applicable.Preferred Qualifications:Relevant Experience (1 Year)Communication, Detail-Oriented, High Accuracy, Learning New Technologies, Microsoft OfficeGrade: G06-HSalary Range: $17.87 - $27.06 / Hourly The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at View phone number on click.appcast.io and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.PersonalUp to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.WellnessWellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!FamilyWe offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? 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