Material Control Clerk Jobs for OPT Students
Material Control Clerk jobs on OPT require employers to manage inventory, track parts, and coordinate with supply chain teams. Many roles fall under STEM-adjacent operations fields, which may support a 24-month OPT extension. Strong data accuracy skills and familiarity with ERP systems make candidates more competitive for sponsorship.
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Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.
POSITIONAL SUMMARY
Perform a variety of clerical and manual tasks in the receipt, verification, storage, issuance and delivery of various supplies, materials, gases and equipment for Duke University.
KEY POSITION DUTIES
- Operate light or medium weight trucks and equipment to pick up and deliver materials and supplies according to priority of need or a predetermined schedule.
- Receive and unpack shipments and verify contents against purchase orders and invoices; record receiving reports on all merchandise; prepare reports concerning shortages and damaged materials received; store material according to established procedures.
- Load and unload truck by hand or forklift; transport and transfer supplies and equipment from one storage area to another; pull stock to fill requisitions from various departments as directed and complete the relevant forms in accordance with established University procedures.
- Assemble new items such as desks, chairs, bookcases, tables and storage cabinets; make minor repair to wooden furniture.
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water; perform routine non-technical emergency repairs; assist in special inventory of materials, gases and equipment.
- Assist in special and scheduled storeroom inventories; inform storeroom supervisor of various stock levels and assist in maintaining outstanding orders.
- Generate storeroom issue documents using microcomputers, printer hardware and interdepartmental developed software.
- Maintain clean and orderly conditions in assigned areas.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCIES
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education
- Work requires ability to follow instructions, record and log information generally acquired through a partial high school education.
Minimum Experience
- Work requires six months stocking and inventory experience.
- OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Ability to transport and deliver supplies is also required by having current valid NC Driver’s License
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (IF NEEDED)
- Require ability to lift 50 pounds
- Requires going in and out of coolers and freezers and being in a hot kitchen environment. Must be able to complete all positional requirements outlined above with or without reasonable accommodations.
For more information, please visit https://hr.duke.edu/policies/ada/
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
INTRODUCTION
Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.
POSITIONAL SUMMARY
Perform a variety of clerical and manual tasks in the receipt, verification, storage, issuance and delivery of various supplies, materials, gases and equipment for Duke University.
KEY POSITION DUTIES
- Operate light or medium weight trucks and equipment to pick up and deliver materials and supplies according to priority of need or a predetermined schedule.
- Receive and unpack shipments and verify contents against purchase orders and invoices; record receiving reports on all merchandise; prepare reports concerning shortages and damaged materials received; store material according to established procedures.
- Load and unload truck by hand or forklift; transport and transfer supplies and equipment from one storage area to another; pull stock to fill requisitions from various departments as directed and complete the relevant forms in accordance with established University procedures.
- Assemble new items such as desks, chairs, bookcases, tables and storage cabinets; make minor repair to wooden furniture.
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water; perform routine non-technical emergency repairs; assist in special inventory of materials, gases and equipment.
- Assist in special and scheduled storeroom inventories; inform storeroom supervisor of various stock levels and assist in maintaining outstanding orders.
- Generate storeroom issue documents using microcomputers, printer hardware and interdepartmental developed software.
- Maintain clean and orderly conditions in assigned areas.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND COMPETENCIES
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education
- Work requires ability to follow instructions, record and log information generally acquired through a partial high school education.
Minimum Experience
- Work requires six months stocking and inventory experience.
- OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Ability to transport and deliver supplies is also required by having current valid NC Driver’s License
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (IF NEEDED)
- Require ability to lift 50 pounds
- Requires going in and out of coolers and freezers and being in a hot kitchen environment. Must be able to complete all positional requirements outlined above with or without reasonable accommodations.
For more information, please visit https://hr.duke.edu/policies/ada/
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Material Control Clerk
Highlight ERP and inventory system experience
Employers prioritize candidates who know SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms. Listing specific systems on your resume signals operational readiness and reduces training costs, making sponsorship conversations easier to start.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Material Control roles often involve long-term project cycles. Letting hiring managers know your exact OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility early helps them plan around your authorization window without surprises during onboarding.
Pursue roles at companies with active H-1B histories
Search OFLC disclosure data to identify which employers have sponsored similar operations roles before. Prior sponsorship history is one of the strongest signals that a company will support your transition beyond OPT.
Connect with supply chain and operations recruiters directly
Internal recruiters at logistics and manufacturing companies often have discretion to flag OPT-friendly roles. Reaching out directly through professional networks can surface openings before they receive high application volumes.
Use Migrate Mate to filter OPT-friendly openings
Migrate Mate curates jobs from employers open to sponsoring international candidates. Browsing Material Control Clerk postings there saves time by surfacing roles where your OPT status is less likely to be an immediate disqualifier.
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Can I work as a Material Control Clerk on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Material Control Clerk roles are standard full-time positions that qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization. Your employment must be directly related to your field of study, so degrees in supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, or operations management typically satisfy the requirement. Confirm the connection with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Do Material Control Clerk jobs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a STEM-designated degree such as industrial engineering, operations research, or supply chain management, and the role uses those skills, you may qualify for the extension. The employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm your degree's STEM eligibility on the official DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List.
How do I find Material Control Clerk employers willing to sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Material Control Clerk openings from employers open to sponsoring international candidates. Beyond that, reviewing OFLC H-1B disclosure data shows which companies have sponsored similar supply chain and operations roles historically, giving you a strong proxy for sponsorship willingness before you invest time applying.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I switch Material Control Clerk employers?
You can change employers on OPT without filing anything new, but you must report the change to your DSO within 10 days so it is updated in SEVIS. Your OPT end date does not change. If you're on a STEM extension, the new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and you'll need to submit an updated Form I-983 training plan.
Is a Material Control Clerk role considered related to my degree for OPT purposes?
USCIS does not publish a fixed list of approved role-degree combinations, so there is no single definitive answer. The connection must be reasonable and defensible. A degree in supply chain, logistics, industrial technology, or business operations typically supports a Material Control Clerk position. Your DSO can help you document the relationship before you accept the job.
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