Art Handler Inventory Control - UOVO
Long Island City, NY 11101
About the Job
Description
ABOUT UOVO
Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO—the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike.
At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation—they elevate.
As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO provides!
INVENTORY CONTROL ART HANDLER, Long Island City
UOVO is the nation's leading storage and logistics provider for art, archives, and collectibles with state-of-the-art facilities in New York, Delaware, Florida, California, Colorado, and Texas. UOVO is operated by an expert team of industry professionals and offers bespoke solutions to meet the specialized needs of any collection. Our services include climate-controlled storage, private viewing galleries, local transportation, international shipping, installation, packing, archival photography, digital inventory management, and more.
UOVO seeks an Inventory Control Art Handler to join its dynamic and growing team. The position expectations are to support and supervise all incoming and outgoing property out of its Long Island City facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. The Inventory Control, Art Handler will report directly to the Inventory Control Supervisor.
Core Responsibilities
- Proper handling of art objects, using the appropriate methods and materials for packaging, loading & securing for safe transport
- Preparation and careful execution of paperwork, including bills of lading, labels, driver logs, and detailed condition reports with accompanying photos if necessary
- Receive and release shipments into warehouse facilities
- Pack artworks for local, national and international transportation and storage
- Receive, barcode and reconcile all incoming and outgoing shipments
- Adhere to UOVO’s inventory control standards and ensure highest inventory control standards and accuracy is maintained at all times
- Ensure Bills of Lading, Warehouse Receipts, barcodes and supplemental information is properly prepared and disseminated both internally and externally meeting all deadlines
- Schedule all dock activity and ensure proper allocation of labor in conjunction with the Operations Manager and wider UOVO management team
- Responsible for UOVO’s database to be updated with accurate information regarding inventory dimensions, pack types, location scans, etc. in relation to incoming/outgoing shipments and other large inventory projects as needed within the warehouse
- Assist with inventory audits and other inventory control projects
- Provide support to Art Handler team as it pertains to inventory control to ensure the highest level of accuracy
- Weekend, overtime, and holiday work may be necessary; therefore, schedule flexibility is required
- Support to internal teams, as needed
- Other projects as assigned by Manager
Qualifications & Skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred
- Experience working in a cloud-based inventory management software
- Experience working in warehousing, art handling or collections management a plus
- Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly/cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
- Ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet;
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overhead;
- Ability to be exposed to outside weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow
- Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies and other necessary warehouse equipment
This in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s Long Island City facility five days a week with occasional requests to work nights and on weekends.
Compensation & Benefits
UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including:
- 100% employer-covered medical plan option for Employees as well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
- 2 weeks annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service
- 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
- Company Sponsored Parental Leave policy
- Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
- 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of employee contributions.
- Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
- Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
- Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
- Employee Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)
Source : UOVO