University of Oklahoma · 3 months ago
*Sr. Shipping and Receiving Technician - Couch Restaurants
United States-Oklahoma-Norman
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expThe University of Oklahoma is a prominent educational institution, and they are seeking a Senior Shipping and Receiving Technician for their Couch Cafeteria. This role involves managing the shipping, receiving, delivery, and storage of materials while ensuring inventory levels are maintained and areas are organized within a fast-paced kitchen environment.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for shipping, receiving, delivery and storage of various materials following established standards related to a full-service restaurant
This full-time staff member is responsible for the inventory and par levels in the storeroom, production areas, and walk-in units, as well as keeping these areas clean and organized
This position will report to the Shipping/Receiving Coordinator and the Executive Chef, and will support all areas of the restaurant while abiding by the core purpose and core values of Food Services
Will be required to complete accurate inventory counts, store and rotate food products, unload pallets of inventory to the appropriate and approved locations throughout the restaurant
Delivers supplies and/or materials using university vehicles, including moving and/or lifting of equipment
Maintains good working relationships with vendors and service providers
Considered essential personnel and required to work if needed during University closures and inclement weather
Position works in an active production kitchen environment
Performs related duties as assigned to successfully fulfill the functions of the position
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED
12 months experience in shipping and receiving
Ability to perform basic math functions
Read and understand written or printed materials
Use correct grammatical structure and vocabulary
Basic word processing
Build and maintain rapport with customers and work team
Basic computer skills, to include but not limited to familiarity with generating word documents, navigating/editing excel files, receiving/processing/responding to emails
Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date
Forklift operator license (may be required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire date)
Perseverance, both physically and mentally, for fast-paced and demanding responsibilities required
Ability to lift objects up to 56lbs, and push/pull up to 100 lbs, depending on job assignment
Must pass Post Offer Employment Test (POET)
Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time and adapt to a large kitchen environment with varying temperatures (-8 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit)
Climb stairs, as necessary, and depending on job assignment, occasionally to frequently, and climb ladders
Hepatitis A vaccine required
Preferred
12+ months previous experience working in a store room
Previous experience managing food item inventory and delivering products
Familiarity with pallet jacks, First In First Out product usage
Company
University of Oklahoma
The University of Oklahoma is a public research university that provides variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
University of Oklahoma has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (106)
2024 (96)
2023 (83)
2022 (104)
2021 (87)
2020 (68)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyUS Department of Commerce, Economic Development AdministationAir Force Research Laboratory
2024-03-13Grant· $3.1M
2023-11-09Grant· $1.9M
2023-04-05Grant· $8.7M
Leadership Team
Mark Yeary
Co-Founder, Advanced Radar Research Center (ARRC)
Marcus Bowman
Deputy Athletic Director, CFO & Business Strategy
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