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Macomb County Government

Warehouse Services Assistant

Macomb County Government, Lansing, Michigan, United States

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Classification Title Warehouse Services Assistant

Salary $37,571.07 - $48,595.04

Department Purchasing

Opening Date 01/06/2026

Closing Date 01/28/2026 12:00 a.m.

FLSA Status Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement

Employment Relationship Just cause subject to probationary period

Current Hours and Starting Time Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:00am – 4:30pm.

General Summary Under direction, carries out warehouse operations such as receiving, storing, counting, delivering, issuing, and shipping materials, supplies, furniture, and equipment. Reviews inventory records for accuracy and adherence to procedures. Evaluates stock levels and enters data into various systems.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Monitors activities in the warehouse to ensure optimal efficiency and effectiveness.

Intakes, processes, and stores incoming shipments, stockroom, and warehouse inventory.

Prepares and distributes materials, supplies, furniture, and equipment.

Checks inventory records to ensure accuracy and assess stock levels.

Assists in the preparation of the auction.

Compiles and maintains records of materials, equipment, and supplies.

Stages outgoing shipments and ensures accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments.

Communicates frequently with vendors and departments regarding purchases and orders.

Organizes and maintains the physical condition of the warehouse and equipment to comply with standards and regulations.

Utilizes and operates various equipment such as a handcart, hand-truck, pallet jack, and Hilo equipment.

Operates an automobile (including a delivery truck) to perform assigned job functions.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required Education and Experience

Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test

Three (3) years of warehouse or inventory control experience

Preferred Education and Experience

Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Management or related field

Experience operating Hilo equipment

Required Licenses or Certifications

Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

Obtain and maintain a current State of Michigan (Hilo) Industrial Powered Truck Operator license within one (1) month from the date of hire. Macomb County will provide the testing for licensing

Knowledge Of

Warehouse organization, policies, and operating procedures

Local and state laws, regulations, and policies regarding warehouse maintenance

Record-keeping techniques and practices

Inventory software and databases

Inventory data entry

Skill In

Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with staff and the public

Inventory control

Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature

Operating personal computers with current versions of office efficiency software and applications

Verbal and written communication

Organization and time management

Prioritizing, monitoring, staging, and reviewing shipments

Ability To

Perform standard calculations rapidly and accurately

Operate heavy machinery or drive equipmentMaintain records, logs, and reports

Maintain cleanliness of warehouse

Perform accurate complex warehouse, inventory, and archive data

Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign Effectively speak, write and understand the English language

Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions

Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files

Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

Work independently

Work Environment/Conditions The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S = Never/Seldom

O = Occasionally

F/C = Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment

Office or similar indoor environment: F/C

Outdoor environment: O

Street environment (near moving traffic): O

Construction site: N/S

Confined space: N/S

Exposures

Individuals who are hostile or irate: O

Individuals with known violent backgrounds: O

Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S

Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S

Communicable diseases: N/S

Moving mechanical parts: F/C

Fumes or airborne particles: O

Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S

Loud noises (85+ decibels): O

Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S = Never/Seldom

O = Occasionally

F/C = Frequently/Continuously

Demand

Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: F/C

Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): F/C

Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: F/C

Crawling (moving about on hands and knees): O

Inspecting in confined spaces: O

Digging: N/S

Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: F/C

Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/C

Kneeling to work at low levels: O

Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C

Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):

Up to 50 pounds: F/C

Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: F/C

Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): F/C

Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C

Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C

Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C

Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

General Requirements And Disclaimers Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language that could require consideration in the selection process.

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