Materials Handler

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Baltimore area is seeking an inventory/materials handler to receive, inspect, store, and issue materials, supplies and equipment for the facility. You will maintain inventory levels, restock carts, and ensure clean, sanitary conditions in the Food Service area where applicable.

Responsibilities include verifying shipments, preparing related documentation, and assisting in the service and storage of food as applicable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 1 year 6 months related experience required.
• Experience with computerized inventory management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain inventory accuracy; manage stock levels and reorder points.
• Prepare reports and records; verify shipments against orders.
• Receive, unload, and distribute materials and supplies.

Skills

Mathematics

Verbal & Written Communication

English Literacy

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MMIS/Par Excel

Job description

General Summary of Position

Receives inspects stores delivers and issues materials supplies and equipment. Maintains inventory levels by checking shelves restocks supply carts and maintains supply records. May perform a variety of cleaning tasks and maintains clean and sanitary conditions in all Food Service area which may include dishwashing pot washing general sanitation cleaning and use of kitchen equipment if applicable. May assist in the service and storage of food if applicable.

About The Job

General Summary of Position

Receives inspects stores delivers and issues materials supplies and equipment. Maintains inventory levels by checking shelves restocks supply carts and maintains supply records. May perform a variety of cleaning tasks and maintains clean and sanitary conditions in all Food Service area which may include dishwashing pot washing general sanitation cleaning and use of kitchen equipment if applicable. May assist in the service and storage of food if applicable.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Assists in the care and maintenance of departmental equipment and supplies.
• Assures appropriate procedures are followed within MMIS/Par Excel to maintain integrity of the inventory system to eliminate stock-outs in warehouse and nursing units.
• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Identifies and troubleshoot problems and track flow through the Materials Management information systems.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other departments and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• May be required to prepare compare and/or check reports records and other related data.
• Monitors inventory levels: Prepares purchase orders when stock item reaches reorder point. Inventories user storage areas and replenishes inventory as needed. Stocks vendor delivers in warehouse or supply room and contacts established vendors to order routine supplies.
• Prepares and maintains shipping records makes up bills of lading and other documentation for shipment of materials parts finished goods and related items. Organizes and maintains records pertinent to stock levels supply quantities issued and other data. Maintains department records reports and files as required.
• Receives incoming materials supplies and equipment and compares information on packing slip with purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment against purchase order. Inspects shipments for damages or defects records discrepancies or damages in shipment and notifies supervisor or purchasing personnel.
• Receives requests for supplies selects stock from inventory loads distribution vehicles and distributes supplies and special instruments to requisitioning departments. Obtains authorization for accepted items.
• Removes outdated sterile or other unused supplies and returns them to central supply for reprocessing or to general stores for disposition.
• Uncrates and assembles equipment and ensures that patient care equipment has been properly labeled and inspected. Marks inventory articles with identification codes as needed.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required or
• equivalent. required

Experience

• Less than 1 year 6 months related experience required and
• Experience working with computerized inventory management systems preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform mathematic calculations including addition subtractions multiplication and division.
• Verbal and written communications.
• Ability to read comprehend and write the English language.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $18.40 - USD $29.74 /Hr.