Of Science & Swords
Warehouse Operator - Casual
We have a new role opening for an employee to assist with warehouse duties (primarily order packing, cleaning, and receipt of stock). This role requires previous experience in a similar role.
The position is listed as casual and the hours may vary significantly during event season, but it is expected to most often be 2-3 days per week. Peak event season is typically April-May and July-September.
Our usual operating hours are Mon-Thu 10am-6pm, Fri 10am-5pm.
This position is adding to a team of 6 regular staff in the warehouse and showroom + additional event staff team.
Your core duties in this role would be:
• Picking and packing customer orders
• Updating customer orders in the system
• Booking orders with couriers
• Keeping the warehouse and showroom orderly whilst on shift
• Updating website stock levels
• Stock take
• Taking inbound phone calls and making follow up customer phone calls where required
• Packing a van for trade events
• Assisting with in store retail sales as needed (e.g. when we are busy and during co-workers lunch breaks - retail is not the main part of this role)
Requirements:
• Experience working in a warehouse environment and packing orders
• Ability to lift heavy and bulky items in a safe manner
• Ability to work in a tidy manner and keep an organised work environment
Preferred but not required:
• A full manual drivers license and the ability to drive a manual van
• Active knowledge of LARP and/or Cosplay communities
• Metalwork, leatherwork, and cosplay/theatrical prop creation are highly desirable skills for occasional but necessary repair works
Location: Oakleigh, very close to Huntingdale railway station and a short walk from the Huntingdale shops
Pay rate: $32.50 per hour casual + 11% super
Before applying, please note:
- This is a casual position with variable hours. It is not suitable for someone looking for full-time or almost full-time employment. For the right candidate we would consider making this a part-time role.
- Previous resumes and expressions of interest have not been considered – please apply for this role specifically if you believe you are suited to the role and meet the above criteria.
- Previous workplace references required on request.
To Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the email subject heading "Warehouse Operator Job Application".
Applications close Thursday 28th March, 2024