Supply Chain Technician

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters is seeking a Supply Chain Technician to support hospital operations by receiving, shipping, and distributing materials, maintaining supply inventories, and entering data into the Hospital Information System. The role reports to the Materials Management Supervisor.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of warehouse experience; basic data entry skills are essential, and driving a CHKD vehicle is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum six months warehouse/supply chain experience.
• Basic data entry and PC skills.
• Ability to operate a cargo van and pass driving test.
• Forklift certification must be obtained within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Distributes materials and supplies to hospital units and off-campus locations.
• Maintains par cart and inventory; participates in cycle counts.
• Receives shipments; checks for accuracy and damages.
• Enters data into the hospital information system.
• Ensures cleanliness of storeroom and supply areas.
• Maintains confidentiality of materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Warehouse operations

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Hospital information system

Job description

The schedule for this position is 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (5) 8.5-hour shifts per week with a half-hour break taken out Sunday through Saturday. Rotating schedule. Valid driver's license and ability to be insured required, no convictions or stipulations on driving record.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Technician supports hospital operations by receiving, shipping, and distributing materials and supplies, maintaining supply inventories, and monitoring and entering data into the Hospital Information System. Reports to the Materials Management Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Distributes materials and supplies to hospital units and off campus locations.
• Maintains par cart and supply inventory in storeroom and on assigned hospital units; participates in periodic cycle counts and annual physical inventory count.
• Receives shipments from vendors; checks merchandise for accuracy and quantity, noting damages and/or discrepancies.
• Prepares, verifies and enters data into the hospital information system.
• Ensures cleanliness and neatness of the storeroom and other supply chain areas.
• Maintains confidentiality of all materials and items being handled.
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• None required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to perform duties at a level typically acquired through completion of a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of six months of warehouse/ supply chain experience required.
• Medical Supply experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of data entry and /or PC training required.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with team members, various levels of management, and internal and external contacts.
• Must be able to operate a cargo van.
• Must meet the insurability policy requirements to drive a CHKD vehicle.
• Must be able to pass the CHKD driving test within 30 days of employment.
• Forklift certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Warehouse environment with exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid or windy conditions. Ability to lift 50 lbs.