Microbiology Inventory Controller/Lab Assistant

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403b retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted MBTA pass

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking an Inventory Clerk to maintain stock levels, process purchasing orders, and reconcile counts. You will handle receiving, storage, and basic invoicing tasks on onsite duties at 90 Blossom Street.

The role supports clinical and non-clinical departments with timely replenishment and accurate records, requiring strong clerical skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Ability to reconcile stock counts to report data.
• Clerical, word processing, and/or office skills.
• Knowledge of university invoicing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor current inventory levels; process purchasing orders as required; track orders and investigate problems.
• Record purchases, maintain database, perform physical count of inventory, and reconcile actual stock count to reports.
• Receive, unpacks, and deliver goods; re-stock items as necessary; label shelves.
• Process and/or approve invoices for payment.
• Process and document returns following established procedures.
• Perform routine clerical duties, including data entry, answering phones, and assisting customers.
• May serve as cashier and handle cash and cash-related payments.
• May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers.

Skills

Inventory control

Data reconciliation

Database management

Analytical thinking

Administrative paperwork

Receiving/delivering goods

Clerical skills

Invoicing procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Maintains records of materials in inventory and on order. Monitors reorder points and initiates action to replenish stock. Reconciles discrepancies in inventories and notifies supervisor of irregularities.

Essential Functions

• Monitors and maintains current inventory levels; processes purchasing orders as required; tracks orders and investigates problems.
• Records purchases, maintains database, performs physical count of inventory, and reconciles actual stock count to computer-generated reports.
• Receives, unpacks, and delivers goods; re‑stocks items as necessary; labels shelves.
• Processes and/or approves invoices for payment.
• Processes and documents return as required following established procedures.
• Performs routine clerical duties, including data entry, answering telephones, and assisting customers.
• May serve as cashier and handle cash and cash‑related payments.
• May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Ability to reconcile stock counts to report data.
• Database management skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
• Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.
• Clerical, word processing, and/or office skills.
• Knowledge of university invoicing procedures.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Department: MGH Microbiology Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7am to 5pm| Flexible Hours | Onsite Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, discounted MBTA pass & mor Remote Type Onsite Work Location 90 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $17.71 - $25.28/Hourly Grade 2

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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