Clerk-Storeroom

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

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Under the direct supervision Distribution Center Manager and the Distribution Lead and within established Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures, the Materials Technician -Distribution
is responsible for the accurate handling, storage, and distribution of hospital supplies, materials, and equipment. This role supports the hospital’s clinical and operational areas by ensuring timely and accurate delivery of supplies, maintaining appropriate inventory levels, utilizing supply chain technology and barcoding systems, and upholding safety and compliance standards throughout the Distribution Center. The Materials Technician collaborates closely with internal departments, vendors, and logistics staff to support patient care and operational efficiency.

Education/Training

• High School diploma or equivalent required

Licenses/Certification:

• OSHA Forklift Certification (required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Valid driver’s license (if position includes intercampus deliveries)

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of prior receiving, warehouse, or materials handling experience, preferably in a healthcare or regulated industry setting.
• Demonstrated ability in business mathematics, record keeping, and inventory accuracy.
• Proficiency with computer systems, barcoding, and inventory management software.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with a customer service orientation.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically able to lift, push, and pull materials and supplies using proper body mechanics

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Prior experience in a healthcare supply chain, warehouse, or distribution center environment.
• Knowledge of logistics, inventory control, and lean materials management principles.
• Experience using ERP or materials management systems (e.g., Lawson, Workday, SAP).

Essential Job Functions:

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming supplies and materials for accuracy, quantity, and condition.
• Store, label, and rotate stock according to established inventory control procedures and FIFO principles.
• Accurately pick, pack, and deliver supply orders to hospital departments in accordance with delivery schedules.
• Maintain real-time inventory transactions using barcoding technology and the hospital’s materials management system (e.g., Lawson, Workday, PeopleSoft).
• Replenish supply areas and support par-level inventory programs.
• Assist in cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation of variances.
• Prepare and process outgoing shipments and returns, ensuring correct packaging and documentation.
• Safely operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, carts, and forklifts.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety within the Distribution Center and throughout supply storage areas.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist with implementation of lean supply chain initiatives.
• Follow all hospital, safety, and infection control protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support Supply Chain and Distribution operations.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA:

Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.

ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, and with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull materials and equipment without restriction.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting throughout the workday.
• Must always use proper body mechanics and safety practices.

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Salary Range: $18.71-$28.26

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Salary Range Details

The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value Sturdy Health’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment.

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Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.