Materials Handler II

Job Information

Posting Number: S14727P

Working Title: Materials Handler II

Department: Auxiliary Oglethorpe

Location: Athens Area

Employment Type: Employee – Full Time

Open Until Filled: Yes

Salary: $17.420096 / hr

Posting Date: 02/18/2026

Proposed Starting Date: 03/17/2026

Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering a variety of materials, equipment and supplies. Incumbents perform many of the same duties as the Materials Handler I, but are distinguished by exercise decision making and independent judgement due to a broader knowledge of the materials handling operation and provide on‑the‑job training and problem solving to others.

May need to lift heavy objects. Work also involves the operation, closing and cleaning of facilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Commissary Kitchen Manager and is evaluated by observation and in terms of customer reaction.

• Unloads and unpacks incoming food and other supplies; issues food and supplies, weighs and measures as indicated on order. (30%)
• Issues food and supplies, weighs and measures as indicated on order. (25%)
• Keeps the storeroom premises clean and disposes of rubbish; performs routine clerical tasks; other tasks performed as assigned by management. (20%)
• Assists in keeping a perpetual inventory of stock as it is received and issued; places items on shelves; assists in taking periodic inventories of stock; records items received in computer. (20%)

Advanced knowledge of warehousing and inventory control. Computer literate.

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience.

Heavy lifting up to 100 pounds; perform physical activity; move loads up to 100 lbs., unloading and stocking products; perform push/pull activity with products weighing up to 50 lbs.; perform duties with repetitive motion of wrists, arm, and shoulder; possess hand and finger coordination; reach, climb, balance, crouch, twist, crawl, kneel; work in noisy, hot/cold environments with chemicals, cleaning equipment, dust, fumes, odors;

work long hours standing; work in various temperature conditions.

• Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
• Is this a position of trust? Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No
• Does this position require a P-Card? No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No
• Does this position have security access? No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR hrweb
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Recruitment Contact Name:
Gregg Hudson
Recruitment Contact Email: gregg3g