Operating Room Materials Technician

Premier, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Premier, Inc. is seeking an Operating Room Materials Technician to manage OR materials, pars, and inventory daily, supporting budget planning and ensuring supply availability for patient care.

The role emphasizes coordination with vendors, adherence to FIFO, and effective communication of recalls and substitutions across departments. Strong organization and 2+ years in a related role are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related materials/supply chain experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with materials management and supply chain systems preferred, with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Materials management duties including pars creation, FIFO stocking, and inventory control.
• Budget support through product research and monitoring against allocations.
• Communicate recall alerts and coordinate with departments on substitutions and backorders.

Skills

Materials management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Operating Room Materials Technician

What you will be doing

The Operating Room Materials Technician is responsible for the daily management and annual planning of materials used within the operating room, including the coordination and provision of supplies that enable patient care. The role manages the non‑salary expense budget and ensures supply availability and quality throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Materials Management – 70%
  • Create and manage pars within the operating room, using handheld devices when required.
  • Perform physical receipt of goods and validate shipping against packing slips.
  • Coordinate deliveries, vendor‑managed pars (e.g., linen) and contracted suppliers.
  • Manage outstanding requisition approvals, backorders, and receipts through procurement queries.
  • Execute RTVs (returns to vendor) and enter asset information into the asset management system for capital equipment.
  • Rotate and stock products following a first‑in, first‑out model.
• Budget – 20%
  • Support budget planning by conducting product research and providing information.
  • Monitor inventory levels against budget allocations.
  • Meet regularly with operations to discuss budget overages or shortfalls.
• Communication – 10%
  • Review product recall alerts and take required action within specified timeframes.
  • Communicate recall information to affected departments.
  • Identify alternate or substitute products in partnership with operations.
  • Communicate backorders as directed.

Required Qualifications

• Work Experience: 2 or more years in a related role.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with materials management and supply chain systems; strong organizational skills.
• Additional Job Requirements:
  • Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
  • Adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Attention to detail and effective communication, both in person and electronically.
  • Ability to make independent decisions and work collaboratively in a close‑quarters environment.

Physical Demands

Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $42,000 - $63,000, dependent on market factors and internal equity.
Benefits include health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement program; paid time off; employee incentive plans; tuition reimbursement; and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Premier is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or the status of a protected veteran or individual with a disability. Premier also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability or a sincerely held religious belief. Applicants with criminal histories are considered consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.