Part-Time Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Cincinnati, OH

Posted 8 days ago

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Job Description

Part-Time Shipping & Receiving Specialist

We're seeking a dependable, detail-driven Shipping & Receiving Specialist to join our Purchasing team. This role blends hands-on shipping & receiving warehouse work with administrative support.

If you're interested in supporting the Zoo's bustling Purchasing Department, get forklift certified, learn your way around a pallet jack, and juggle everything from fleet scheduling to in-house printing, we want to hear from you!

Key Details

Schedule: 25 hours/week; Tuesday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM (less 30 minutes for lunch) Some holidays required.
Pay: $15.00/hour
Key Perks & Benefits

Fun & engaging work environment

Ability to earn Paid Time Off

Complimentary Zoo passes

Discount on food & retail on Zoo grounds

Positive team culture

Flexible scheduling (Student Friendly)

Free Metro Bus Pass provided for duration of employment

Personal & professional development opportunities (career development, education, training, etc.)

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Support
- Assist with processing purchasing orders in the Procurify system for zoo-wide needs
- Coordinate with departments to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment
Shipping & Receiving Operations
- Load/unload deliveries using forklift and pallet jack
- Inspect incoming shipments and verify accuracy and condition.
- Prepare outgoing shipments with proper documentation and labeling
- Direct delivery drivers and vendors to appropriate areas
Mail & Print Services
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail for the facility
- Operate and maintain in-house printing equipment for departmental needs
Fleet & Vendor Coordination
- Schedule fleet requests for Honda Vans and Transit.
- Provide phone support for shipping/receiving inquiries.
- Provide phone support for internal Zoo department inquiries.
- Communicate with vendors and drivers to ensure smooth logistics
Facility & Grounds Management
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of outdoor shipping/receiving areas
- Ensure safety protocols are followed in both indoor and outdoor workspaces

Qualifications

Forklift certification (required within 60 days of hire) - Scheduled and paid for by the Zoo
Ability to operate pallet jacks
Familiarity with mail handling and basic print operations
Strong communication skills, especially over the phone
Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
Organized, dependable, and proactive in problem-solving
Previous experience in shipping/receiving, logistics, or procurement systems desired

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated affinity for the mission of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.
Willingness to live the Zoo's Core Values and Behaviors on a daily basis.
Ability to self-motivate, take initiative, & perform work autonomously, as well as with a team.
Excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines and shift priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
Requires an individual who is highly professional, motivated, proactive, and helpful, who can gain cooperation through expertise, credibility, and building positive working relationships.
Appropriate professional appearance, attitude, and personality to work effectively with Zoo staff members, guests, and the public.
Possess excellent ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships within an organization; superior interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse personalities; tactful; mature; flexible.
Be timely and reliable in attendance and performance.

To Apply

Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is an equal opportunity employer

Job Summary

Company

Cincinnati Zoo

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Experience

Open