Materials Handler

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is seeking a Materials Handler to manage package receipts and order fulfillment. This entry-level position requires a high school diploma and certification in hazardous material handling. Candidates should exhibit strong organizational and problem-solving skills in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must be certified in shipping and handling of hazardous materials.
• Detail-oriented with effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage package receipts and fulfill orders around the DFCI campus.
• Participate in cycle counting and deliver supplies.
• Assist suppliers with large equipment deliveries.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft ERP

Job description

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Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

• ERP (People Soft) transaction accuracies, system integrity, strengths in MS Word-Excel Power Point.
• Ability in Multi Tasking - Contact person on order issues, point person for orders, respond to customer (internal) inquiries.
• Participate in Cycle Counting.
• Manage package receipts, from a historical low of 35 a day to a max of 600 package deliveries per day.
• Filling of all orders, and delivery of same around the DFCI campus. Orders will include work orders, clinic (stock) orders, overnight packages.
• Detail Oriented and be able to multi task items / function simultaneously.
• Deliver and assist suppliers on large Capital Equipment inside deliveries around entire DFCI Campus.
  
  

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

• Knowledge of applicable policy, regulatory and accreditation standards.
• High school diploma required.
• Must be certified in shipping and handling of hazardous materials.
• Strong personal computing skills, knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• PeopleSoft ERP system experience highly desirable.
• Excellent organizational, customer service, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Experience in healthcare or life sciences environment preferred.
• Required to demonstrate relevant knowledge, skills, and experience against the following selection criteria:
• Knowledge of area of specialty;
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated ability and proven skills in: setting work priorities and working to deadlines.
• Solid experience with high volume picking, packing, and fulfillment a must.
• Leading by example to create an efficient and effective team environment.
• The ability to work under pressure, often to tight and changing deadlines.
• A flexible approach to working hours when required.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.
• Calm and approachable nature with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally at all levels within the organization.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Ability/license to drive van and/or delivery truck.
• Environmental Safety, Fire, General (FDA experience optional) Warehouse regulation and procedures.
• Experience working with hand and electrical fork lift trucks.
  

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

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Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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