Distribution Warehouse Technician

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Distribution Technician to support daily operations by receiving, storing, distributing, and replenishing supplies across the organization. This on-site role ensures accurate inventory, timely deliveries, and compliance with safety standards, collaborating with clinical and non-clinical teams to maintain stock levels and uninterrupted patient care.

The role includes unloading shipments, using ERP/SC systems, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, driving a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience using ERP/WMS platforms.
• Must be able to lift/move 75 lbs.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe products preferred.
• Experience with forklift, order selectors, pallet jacks, and driving a 26ft box truck with liftgate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Unload shipments and inspect for damage, document receipts, and generate records using ERP/SC systems.
• Process incoming items with barcodes and attach labels; resolve PO issues when information is missing.
• Answer department calls and emails to resolve receipts and deliveries promptly.
• Enter receiving info into ERP/SC systems and organize items for delivery.
• Deliver merchandise with a 26ft box truck with liftgate using appropriate loading equipment.
• Restock inventory across campus locations and fulfill customer orders accurately.
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory adjustments as needed.
• Transport hospital beds and equipment for repair and ensure proper cleaning during transfers.

Skills

ERP/WMS platforms

Pallet jack / forklift awareness

Inventory control

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe products

Box Truck driving

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you‿ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB INORMATION

Full-Time & On-Site

Location: 11110 Goodnight Ln. Ste 150, Dallas, TX 75229

Shift Schedule: Monday- Friday; 8:00 am- 4:30 pm

JOB SUMMARY

The Distribution Technician supports daily operations by receiving, storing, distributing, and replenishing medical and non‑medical supplies throughout the organization. This role ensures accurate inventory management, timely delivery of products, and adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Distribution Technician works collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical teams to maintain appropriate stock levels, support efficient operations, and contribute to uninterrupted patient care.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Prior experience working on computers using ERP/WMS platforms
• Must be able to lift/move 75 lbs

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Upon Hire
• Forklift Certification - On-site training will be provided to employees to operate reach trucks and other similar equipment. Employees are not permitted to operate this equipment until completion of training and certification. Certification is required within 2 months of start date.

Preferred

Experience

• Experience using Microsoft Office and Adobe products
• Experience with use of Forklift, Order Selector, Electric and Manual Pallet Jacks
• Experience with driving and delivery utilizing a 26ft Box Truck with liftgate

JOB DUTIES

• Unloads FedEx, UPS, and Common Carrier trailers; inspects merchandise for damage; gathers pack lists and pertinent information to accurately determine recipient; and generates receiving documents and receipts utilizing PeopleSoft, Procurement Portal, and OnBase.
• Process all boxes, cartons, envelopes and vendor shipping containers using computer to enter information from purchase orders and memos; generates and attaches barcode tracking labels. Problem solves and resolves PO's that cannot be processed due to missing information.
• Answers department phone and email to resolve receipt and delivery issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Enters receiving information from receiving reports into PeopleSoft or SC Logistics delivery system and sorts completed work onto appropriate skid for delivery.
• Delivers merchandise using 26ft Box Truck with liftgate by loading and off-loading merchandise from trucks using variety of means including forklifts, order selectors, electric/manual pallet jacks, and manual loading techniques.
• Performs scheduled pickup and delivery operations across 45 on-campus and 13 off-campus locations, ensuring timely and accurate distribution of materials.
• Restocks General Stores with product in correct bin locations and picks customer orders with correct product and correct quantity.
• Utilizes computer printout sheet and/or handheld device to determine, document and replenished supply quantities. Completes cycle counting and inventory adjustments.
• Receives, transports, picks-up, and delivers fragile, time-sensitive, confidential, and critical clinic material such as, but not limited to, standard pharmaceuticals, tissue samples, testing kits, etc.
• Prepares, Inspects, Inventories, Consolidates, Stores, Stages, Delivers, and Distributes all overnight accommodations including cots, mattresses, hygiene kits, and linen kits across all UT Southwestern locations during Inclement Weather Events; recovers and resets inventory for future deployment.
• Transports Hospital Beds and Biomedical Equipment to and from UTSW Hospitals and Clinics for repair at Distribution Warehouse. Ensure beds and equipment are properly cleaned and sanit