JOB PURPOSEThe Shipping/Receiving Clerk would be responsible for shipping and receiving goods for trucks.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESReception of goods and verifying the quality and count of all items unloaded from trucks and trailers; checks against suppliers’ count and immediately reports discrepancies to supervisor and purchasing officer per company policy.Verification and recording of all items loaded for shipments.Carefully and accurately maintains shipping records for requested categories including goods Shipped & Returned.Maintaining Netsuite Entry of shipment data to ensure that customer orders are updated and that appropriate billing documents are provided to accounting or other associated departments as required.Notifying supervisor of major discrepancies, over-shipments, or substitutions.Prepares bills of lading tickets for shipments via UPS, FedEx, Uni-Shippers & various other trucking companies based on customer preferences. Transports materials on shipping area with a hand truck, Fork truck or other vehicle as needed.Loading trucks using a forklift.Performing other clerical duties.Performing daily WAVE Pick Tickets daily & confirm Item Fulfilments daily. QUALIFICATIONSAbility to accurately sort, count, and verify items received.Basic understanding of warehouse procedures & material handling.Good organizational skills and attention to detail a must.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Netsuite.Self-motivated to troubleshoot on their own when issues arise.High school diploma or equivalent preferred.State motor vehicle operator’s permit for operation of forklift. Certification will be required, can be done after job acceptance. WORKING CONDITIONSThe ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust be able to traverse distribution warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time. Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse and on the loading dock.
Summary This position serves as the primary shift supervisor and will be directly responsible for the supervision of all food service activities and coordinates the activities of the Food Service Workers in the different elements of the Food Service Section at the VA Medical Center in Lexington, KY. Responsibilities Major duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Supervises all areas of food production and service including food preparation, nourishment, tray delivery and retrieval; Takes corrective action for any problems that might arise on the floors pertaining to food service; Receives and inspects deliveries and requisitions all supplies needed in all food service areas; Prepares performance ratings/competencies for all employees under their direct supervision; Discusses work performance and problems with employees, monitors tardiness and attendance, provides guidance and makes necessary adjustments in assignments when necessary; Carries out the responsibilities of the position within general instructions, standard procedures and established policies; Ensures subordinates complete the tasks to which they are assigned and explains work requirements to meet food service schedules; Establishes priorities for daily operations in the event of emergency situations; defines the standards of quality and quantity to be met; Serves as a member of the in-service training team by providing individual and/or group instruction for employees; Provides guidance and assistance for lower grade employees in making decision when assembling patient trays and utilizing correct foods to be served on modified diets; Maintains inventory of food service supplies and equipment; Conducts quality assurance monitors and sanitation reviews; Supervises the delivery and retrieval of patient trays which includes interacting with members of the multidisciplinary team; Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full Time Monday - Friday 5:30am - 2:00pm, 11:00am - 7:30pm, 6:00am - 2:30pm, or 11:15am - 7:45pm weekends and holidays as assigned Position Description Title/PD#: Food Service Worker Supervisor/PD99816S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See \"Additional Information\" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/18/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements. You will be rated on the following Job Elements as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Lead or Supervise - Ability to Lead or Supervise. (Screen Out) Work Practices - Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean and in order). Technical Practices - Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic). Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) - Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (other than blueprints). Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment - Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment. Materials - Knowledge of Materials. Dexterity and Safety - Ability to operate with dexterity and safety. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Employee may be required to perform heavy work, such as scouring and scrubbing large size cooking utensils and pushing heavy carts and trucks in unloading, storing, and delivering supplies. Employee also may be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment; and frequently lift or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The work is performed in kitchen areas where the steam and heat from cooking and dish washing equipment often cause uncomfortably high temperatures and humidity. The work area is well lighted but usually noisy from food service activities, and there is danger of slipping on floors where food or beverages have been dropped. Food service workers are regularly exposed to hot liquids, sharp cutting blades, hot working surfaces, and extreme temperature changes when entering walk-in refrigeration or freezing units. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualifications. For this position, the job element method is used to match what you, the applicant, can do against what the work calls for. Your knowledge, skills and abilities will be compared to the knowledge, skills and abilities (called job elements) needed for success. Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, \"Ability to Lead or Supervise.\" Applicants who appear to meet the screen out element are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated from consideration. The potential eligibles are rated against the remainder of the job elements. While a specific length of training and experience is not required, your responses to the questionnaire must be supported by detailed descriptions of your experience on your resume. Education There is no substitution of education for this position. Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant\'s criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
