STSS Lead Stockroom/Lab Assistant (Summer 2025 900153)

This job is a Level B on the student wage scale.

The lead stockroom assistant performs the same duties as the stockroom assistant, with a higher level of responsibility, often working independently to research pricing, obtain quotes, and order supplies in order to maintain stockroom inventories of laboratory glassware, equipment, and chemicals, as well as assisting with monthly billing, reporting and database management.

The lead stockroom assistant also assists the Laboratory Stores Manager with Safety Data Sheet management, laboratory cleanouts, annual chemical inventories, and first aid kit maintenance, and serves as a student member of the EH&S working group supporting training and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications
Must be very dependable, detail-oriented, have good organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Must be able, with training, to recognize standard laboratory glassware and equipment, and to distinguish between similar-appearing items. Must be able to handle the physical challenges of the job, including lifting boxes of up to 25-50 pounds. Strong office and computer skills, including familiarity with databases, are desired. Prior work experience in a store, stockroom, or warehouse is an asset but not required.