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Material Handling Assistant

Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Job Description We want to amaze our customers by having books, movies, music, and games available as quickly as possible. Consider joining our Materials Handling team so you can make sure customers can easily access our…

Skills: Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Alpha/Numeric Filing, Computer Literacy, Email Programs

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Materials Handling Assistant - Substitute

Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Job Description We want to amaze our customers by having books, movies, music, and games available as quickly as possible. Consider joining our Materials Handling team so you can make sure customers can easily access our…

Skills: Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Alpha-Numeric Filing, Computer Literacy, Email Programs

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Material Handling Assistant

Arlington Heights Memorial Library

Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States • On-site

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  • Part-time
  • Prorated Leave Time, Vacation, Sick Time, Personal Time, Paid Holidays, Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension Plan
  • Posted 26d ago
  • ~20 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The role involves shelving and maintaining the order of library materials while managing customer holds and check-ins. Additionally, the assistant directs customers to materials and retrieves items for staff or patron requests.

Requirements

Candidates should have customer service experience and the ability to file materials accurately in alpha/numeric order. Physical requirements include standing for most of the shift and pushing carts up to 20 pounds.

Full job description

Job Description

We want to amaze our customers by having books, movies, music, and games available as quickly as possible. Consider joining our Materials Handling team so you can make sure customers can easily access our incredible collection. You will shelve and maintain the order of all library materials. Deliver and retrieve items for customer or staff requests. Check materials in/out and manage customer holds. Direct customers in the library to find materials or to staff who can help them.

Requirements & Skills

Prior experience in a customer service setting preferred. Accuracy and attention to detail. Must be able to arrange and file materials accurately in alpha/numeric order. Familiarity with computer and email programs. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and excel in Our Culture. Must stand for much of each shift and be able to push carts up to 20 pounds. Must be at least 16 years of age. Work well in a team environment.

Hours and Scheduling

This is a year-round position: up to 20 hours per week, on a six week rotation. Flexibility in scheduling is required.

Schedule:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8 a.m.- 12 p.m., and Saturday 1-5 p.m.

Benefits:

Benefits include two weeks of prorated leave time, which include vacation, sick and personal time plus 7 paid holidays, participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension plan, availability of Roth/457savings plan and other optional benefits such as pet insurance & identity theft protection.

Please be sure to add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.

Related keywords

Material HandlingLibrary ServicesShelvingCustomer ServiceAlpha/Numeric FilingIMRFPublic LibraryInventory Management

About Arlington Heights Memorial Library

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Your public library - where the community comes together - serving the community of Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Industry
Libraries
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1926
Headquarters
Arlington Heights, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
1,375

The Arlington Heights Memorial Library (AHML) is one of the busiest single-building libraries in the country. For the 11th time (in 2022), AHML received a five-star rating in Library Journal's national rating of public libraries, a designation received by only 10 public libraries nationwide, and only three in Illinois in the AHML budget category. The library serves a population of 75,000 Arlington Heights residents, as well as customers that visit from neighboring communities. The library opened the Makerplace, its 8,000-square-foot makerspace and center for hands-on experiential learning, at 112 N. Belmont Ave, in 2021. Are you interested in becoming part of our team? Check out our current job openings here: https://www.ahml.info/jobs

Offices: 500 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, Illinois, US · 1801 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005, US

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About Arlington Heights Memorial Library

LinkedInVisit site

Your public library - where the community comes together - serving the community of Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Industry
Libraries
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1926
Headquarters
Arlington Heights, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
1,375

The Arlington Heights Memorial Library (AHML) is one of the busiest single-building libraries in the country. For the 11th time (in 2022), AHML received a five-star rating in Library Journal's national rating of public libraries, a designation received by only 10 public libraries nationwide, and only three in Illinois in the AHML budget category. The library serves a population of 75,000 Arlington Heights residents, as well as customers that visit from neighboring communities. The library opened the Makerplace, its 8,000-square-foot makerspace and center for hands-on experiential learning, at 112 N. Belmont Ave, in 2021. Are you interested in becoming part of our team? Check out our current job openings here: https://www.ahml.info/jobs

Offices: 500 N Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, Illinois, US · 1801 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005, US

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