Materials Technician- 40 hours weekly/2nd shift- Kalamazoo

20 Bronson Methodist Hospital; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus External Candidates Only

Retention Bonus External Candidates

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare is seeking a Materials Technician for Kalamazoo with a 2nd shift that supports supply and linen inventory, receiving, distribution, and equipment management across departments. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and related experience, with potential driver license requirements.

The position emphasizes PAR-level inventory control, accurate replenishment, and safe material handling in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1 year related experience or training.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong math/counting and analytical skills.
• Ability to move quickly through the hospital on stat calls and provide outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities

• Supply and linen inventory and replenishment across departments.
• Receiving and distribution of supplies and equipment.
• Equipment management and use of standard hospital materials.
• Organize and monitor supplies for expiration dates and packaging integrity.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PAR inventory system

Job description

Location

Location Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus (South Pavilion)

Title

Title Materials Technician- 40 hours weekly/2nd shift- Kalamazoo

Primary Responsibilities

• supply and linen inventory and replenishment
• receiving and distribution
• equipment management
• mail center duties

Responsibilities

• All team members are expected to consistently deliver the highest level of service to all customers; demonstrate a willingness and desire to work as part of a team and contribute to a safe and positive work environment; work independently and manage time effectively; follow standards and pay attention to detail.
• Maintain supplies and linen by way of accurate PAR level inventory counts.
• Accountable for controlling utilization of materials and monitoring PAR levels.
• Accurately verify, retrieve, and/or distribute supplies, materials, and equipment to corresponding departments, including off-site locations as required.
• Organize and monitor supplies for expiration dates and package integrity to ensure sterilization is not compromised.
• Knowledge of healthcare products and their basic use.
• Work which rarely produces a high level of mental/visual fatigue, i.e., less than 20 percent of the work time.
• Maintain a safe workplace by keeping work area free of hazards and correcting and/or properly reporting any safety hazards.
• Uses correct body positioning, proper body mechanics to avoid injury, utilize safe work practices and use personal protective equipment when necessary.
• Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year related experience and/or training required.
• Dependent on job responsibilities, a valid Michigan driver's license and insurability through Bronson's carrier may be required.
• Basic knowledge of PAR inventory and replenishment.
• Must have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and provide outstanding customer service.
• Possess sound math, counting, and analytical skills and have the ability to move quickly throughout the hospital on stat calls.
• Demonstrate accountability, initiative, and urgency.
• Ability to organize, multi-task, and prioritize.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills with customers and team members via telephone and face to face in a manner that is reflective of our mission, values, and customer service standards.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work as a team member in a variety of situations.
• Effectively use technology and the Materials Management Information Systems.

Shift & Schedule

• Shift: Second Shift
• Time Type: Full time
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation

• Sign-On Bonus External Candidates Only: Up to $750.00
• Retention Bonus External Candidates Only: $750.00

Team Bronson

Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Company Information

Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson's exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what's right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.