Receiver Lead

Foundation Health; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Health in Fairbanks, AK is seeking a dedicated Materials Receiver to support the hospital supply chain. You will oversee receiving, shipping, and distribution, verify orders, document discrepancies, and print tickets while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

You will lead and mentor staff, coordinate daily workflow, support inventory control, train teammates, and drive improvements in processes, safety, and customer service within a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Requires reading, writing and mathematical skills.
• Broad understanding of medical supplies and materials handling with 3+ years in shipping & receiving.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for coverage under auto insurance.
• Strong organizational, record-keeping and communication abilities.
• Experience leading and motivating a team; ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversees incoming orders, verifies accuracy, and prints receiving tickets, noting damage or discrepancies.
• Audits orders for accuracy, storage, temperature, and damage; resolves discrepancies and prepares documents.
• Assists with inventory management, identifying process improvements to reduce costs and improve service.
• Trains and counsels staff; provides daily direction and mentoring within the department.
• Coordinates staff workflow, supports policy adherence, and acts as knowledge resource for processes and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Materials Management Information System

Job description

Overview

This position will serve as the subject matter expert as well as advanced support for the Supply Chain team. Responsible for performing all functions related to the receiving, shipping, and distribution of materials and supplies for the hospital supply chain department in addition to educating, directing training, overseeing activities and mentoring other receivers.

Responsibilities

• Oversees incoming orders and verifies orders are accurate and intact, including special orders. Documents and communicates damage, shipping errors, and/or other discrepancies. Inputs supplies received and prints receiving ticket(s). Applies property tags when applicable and notifies appropriate party for items requiring electrical safety inspection.
• Audits incoming orders for accuracy, proper storage, temperature, and/or damage; resolves discrepancies in orders; marks items for distribution; and prepares various receiving and shipping documents.
• Assists with inventory management and storing of supplies. Recognizes and provides input towards opportunities for improvements in work practices, processes, and financial performance, to decrease costs, improve productivity, improve service, and work group dynamics.
• Assists with training, performance reviews, and counseling/disciplinary action under the supervision of the department leadership.
• Schedules and supervises the work of assigned staff to ensure smooth work flow in the department. Acts as a knowledge resource to staff in matters of department processes, technical skills, equipment, supplies and/or regulatory requirements.
• In conjunction with the department supervisor, trains, performs competency, and guides the performance of staff. Provides daily direction to staff. Acts as a mentor and coach and provides development and growth opportunities for staff. May assist with development of departmental policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains an effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and behaviors in all contacts. Identifies, addresses and communicates opportunities to improve work processes and enable achievement of goals in quality, productivity and customer satisfaction.
• May be assigned daily oversight of staff workflow, operations, financial activities, and safety and policy standards.
• Coordinates and participates in special projects as assigned. Perform all duties of a receiver as needed for breaks and/or absence coverage as directed by department leadership. The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

Qualifications

• Requires reading, writing and mathematical skills.
• A broad understanding of medical supplies and materials items and handling requirements as normally acquired through three (3) or more years of related work with shipping & receiving and medical supplies.
• May be required to possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company’s auto insurance policy.
• Must have effective organizational skills to accurately maintain records and coordinate various inventory control functions, the mathematical skills to calculate quantities and pricing, and the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Accurate keyboarding ability and a working knowledge of the
• Previous knowledge of Materials Management Information System.
• Must demonstrate ability to lead and motivate team, requires the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision and to work independently. Must possess excellent organizational skills, demonstrates critical thinking skills as well as effective human relations and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical supplies and equipment.
• Additional related educations and/or experience preferred.