How to hire a storeroom clerk

How to hire a storeroom clerk, step by step

Here's a step-by-step storeroom clerk hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a storeroom clerk job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new storeroom clerk
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a storeroom clerk do?

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your storeroom clerk job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a storeroom clerk for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A storeroom clerk's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, storeroom clerks from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents storeroom clerk salaries for various positions.

   Type of Storeroom Clerk	Description	Hourly rate
   Storeroom Clerk	Material recording clerks track product information in order to keep businesses and supply chains on schedule. They ensure proper scheduling, recordkeeping, and inventory control.	$12-19
   Warehouse Coordinator	A warehouse coordinator is responsible for monitoring the supply and distribution operations of a warehouse, loading and unloading merchandise from the delivery trucks, and storing items appropriately on the facility. Warehouse coordinators assist in packing and labeling items, pulling out products from delivery, and ensuring the correct quantity and quality of the items before release... Show more	$12-19
   Warehouse Worker	Warehouse workers are employees assigned to handle tasks inside the company's warehouse. They are in charge of managing the entry and exit of goods inside the warehouse, ensure that the inventory is up-to-date, and check the quality of the goods that are stored... Show more	$12-19

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Cleanliness
   • Pallets
   • Safety Procedures
   • Purchase Orders
   • Pallet Jack
   • Inventory Control
   • Data Entry
   • Safety Regulations
   • Fifo
   • Food Products
   • Basic Math
   • Customer Orders
   • Shipping Receiving
   • MRO

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage all aspects of verifying incoming items and outgoing customer material release orders (MRO )
   • Unload inventory from pallets to prepare for sales floor.
   • Utilize PPE, maintain high level of safety, and communicate in a team environment.
   • Perform analysis of logistics for equipment, personnel, and training on computer spreadsheets/databases, using specialize tracking software.
   • Prepare necessary documentation (automate and manual) to track equipment shortage annexes in the PBUSE for the hand- receipt holders.
   • Handle, identify and examine stored ammunition and explosives to determine true conditions.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the storeroom clerk job description is a good way to get more applicants. A storeroom clerk salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a storeroom clerk in Louisiana may be lower than in Hawaii, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level storeroom clerk. Additionally, a storeroom clerk with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average storeroom clerk salary

   $16.03hourly

   $33,346 yearly

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   Entry-level storeroom clerk salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

   Average storeroom clerk salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$38,781	$19
   2	Washington	$38,191	$18
   3	Oregon	$36,922	$18
   4	Arizona	$35,042	$17
   5	Minnesota	$34,215	$16
   6	Virginia	$32,451	$16
   7	Massachusetts	$32,389	$16
   8	New Jersey	$32,370	$16
   9	Wisconsin	$31,640	$15
   10	Texas	$31,579	$15
   11	Indiana	$30,989	$15
   12	Maryland	$30,868	$15
   13	Ohio	$30,761	$15
   14	Illinois	$30,692	$15
   15	Missouri	$30,290	$15
   16	Iowa	$30,167	$15
   17	Alabama	$30,013	$14
   18	South Carolina	$29,887	$14
   19	North Carolina	$29,752	$14
   20	Kentucky	$29,332	$14

   Average storeroom clerk salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	St. Jude Children's Research Hospital	$47,145	$22.67
   2	Teledyne Technologies Incorporated	$46,203	$22.21	5
   3	Portland General Electric	$43,160	$20.75
   4	The Culinary Institute of America	$42,570	$20.47	1
   5	Novelis	$40,179	$19.32
   6	U.S. Silica	$39,499	$18.99
   7	Four Seasons	$39,173	$18.83	5
   8	Hancock Wellness	$39,082	$18.79
   9	The Rockefeller University	$38,921	$18.71
   10	Fortune Brands Home & Security	$38,323	$18.42	2
   11	West Fraser	$37,858	$18.20	2
   12	Amcor	$37,766	$18.16	6
   13	Cargill	$37,553	$18.05	33
   14	American Standard Brands	$36,538	$17.57
   15	Nestlé	$36,205	$17.41	18
   16	University of Pennsylvania	$36,106	$17.36
   17	Poly-America	$35,948	$17.28	5
   18	Lancaster General Health	$35,617	$17.12
   19	Sutter Health	$35,601	$17.12	5
   20	George C. Grape Community Hospital	$35,352	$17.00

4. Writing a storeroom clerk job description

   A storeroom clerk job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a storeroom clerk job description:

   Storeroom clerk job description example

   Come be a part of something bigger!
   
   Benchmark | Pyramid is a strong believer in offering our employees Work-Life Effectiveness through, practices, policies, and programs to help our employees achieve success at both work and home. Here are just some of the great benefits we offer:
   Full Time employees have access to Medical and Dental insurance to fit your needs Benchmark University (You can grow both personally and professionally through on-line webinars and self-study courses) 401K match (Let us help you build your financial future) Companywide Hotel Room Discounts (Who doesn't love to get away) Paid Time OffEmployee Assistance Program (We are here to support you) Employee family events (bring the kids!) Partnerships and discounts with major retailers such as AT&T, Verizon and Dish to name a few Many more, please inquire for more details
   
   Nestled on the shores of Lake Lanier lies Lanier Island Resort - an island destination spread out across 1200 acres unlike any resort in Georgia. Our property features 282 guest rooms, indoor/outdoor meeting spaces, golf course, multiple dining options, nature trails, and other points of interest.
   
   What you will have an opportunity to do:
   The Food Storeroom Clerk (Receiving Clerk) provides outstanding customer service. Responsible for assisting with inventory control of food and supplies through accurate accounting of standing inventory, items received, and items issued, and for perishable inventory rotation. Assures that all items received are in good condition, at proper temperature, and according to Purchasing Department specifications..
   ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
   Provides Food and Beverage Purchaser with inventories, and communicates shortages and "out of stocks" to all affected areas and supervisors. Lists these on communication board.Receives daily deliveries according to inventory/order print out and bills. Checks all items for accuracy by weight, count, grade, brand, size, and expiration date.Refuses or returns all damaged or non-compliant goods.Dates all items received and stores rapidly according to perishability or condition received e.g. frozen and refrigerated first.Performs daily and weekly cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, storeroom, loading dock, rolling stock, and recycling bins.Gathers supplies for non-In-Patient areas.Follows dress code and all personal hygiene standards including: handwashing, use of gloves/hair covers, no gum, cleanliness, and jewelry.Flexible with schedule. Willing and able to help cover shortages of staff. Occasionally works overtime.Works to assume more responsibility increase knowledge and become a more productive member of the Culinary Team.Follows safe working procedures and tries to keep others from unsafe conditions or from being injured. Uses back brace and safety shoes.
   
   What are we looking for?
   Someone with a High school diploma or equivalent.Someone with prior hospitality/purchasing experience preferred Someone with at least one year customer service experience preferred Someone able to read, write and speak EnglishSomeone who can work well under pressure Someone who is an excellent communicator Someone who enjoys working in a team environment Someone with the ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays Someone who is comfortable with interacting with the guests and associates Someone with strong problem solving skills and can do so with a tactful manner Someone who is able to frequently lift & carry up to 50-75 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.; such lifting to including carrying weight up and down stairs
   
   Benchmark Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
   
   Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

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5. Post your job

   To find storeroom clerks for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any storeroom clerks they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level storeroom clerks with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your storeroom clerk job on Zippia to find and recruit storeroom clerk candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit storeroom clerks, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new storeroom clerk

   Once you have selected a candidate for the storeroom clerk position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new storeroom clerk. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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