Hiring for Distribution Technician

Hello, Job Title : Distribution Technician Location : St, Merriam, KS 66204 Duration : Potentially Temp to Perm Hours: M-F 8-430 pm Dress code: scrubs are provided by the hospital Day-to-day operations: warehouse environment, will come in to work and have a list of requisitions to pick; will pick supplies, load cart, and deliver to units within the hospital. At the end of the shift, will help with picking and wrapping pallets for next-day outbound shipping. They are allowed to have one earbud in to listen to music while in the warehouse but must remove that when leaving the warehouse to deliver supplies. Will be using a boxcutter, should have good knife skills Detail-oriented Physically demanding, lots of lifting and moving (sometimes over 50 pounds) GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the limited supervision of the Distribution Supervisor and Materials Manager, following established guidelines to coordinate the materials and equipment activities for the assigned locations. Works independently and directly with hospital staff daily around supply request. Responsible for the pulling of delivery of supplies to various departments within the hospital and offsite locations. Responsible for the replenishment of assigned par locations. The position is also responsible for the placement of the distribution centers replenishment order along with the accurate receiving of deliveries. Position may also help in other functions of the Distribution Center when needed. This position has no direct patient care responsibilities. Position requires Weekend and/or Holiday Rotations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for timely and accurate selection of supply chain orders. Responsible for accurate receiving of deliveries (i.e. UPS, FedEx, Common Carrier, etc.). Ensures packages have the correct documentation and correct delivery location. Maintains documentation/delivery files. This includes not only the accuracy of the items being signed for it also includes the accuracy of the items being received in the MMIS system. Delivers products to hospital departments (both on-site and offsite). Ensures delivery documentation is signed by the end-user department for all deliveries. Assists in maintaining the location inventory, monitoring for expired products, keeping assigned areas organized and clean, and entering replenishment orders as needed. Processes returns and credits as required under the supervisor of the Distribution Supervisor Ensures all supply requisitions are confirmed within the MMIS system and coordinates with Supervisor on any deviations. Prepares outgoing packages for shipment on a daily bases. Affixes property record (asset) tags to Capital Equipment upon receipt, communicates all need information to purchasing around the asset (i.e. item description, PO #, asset tag number, serial number, etc.) Performs daily par cart inventories to establish re-order levels of assigned locations using the MMIS system. Performs requisition entry of supply quantities needed to replenish par levels. Pulls supplies from the replenishment locations and restocks locations from those pulled supplies. Trend utilization of distribution center and assigned par carts by rotating inventory as received to eliminate possible outdating of sterile supplies. Works with Supervisor around suggesting par additions and deletions as dictated by usage. Monitors and handles supply outages. Works with Management to reduce supply expenses based on utilization trends. Responsible for the aesthetics and cleanliness of the Clean Holding storage areas for assigned floors along with Distribution Center. Promptly responds to all requests in timely, courteous, and friendly manner. Supports and participates in the continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of services that are provided by Materials Management. Performs other related duties as requested by authorized personnel. Exhibits ICARE values and loving care in all interpersonal contacts. Establishes and maintains courteous, tactful and professional level of interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively with customers and populations served, including: oPatients oGuests oCo-Workers oThe public oMedical staff oExternal business associates Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills; maintains required level of confidentiality; interacts effectively with employees at all levels. Conforms to all Adventist Health System and East Florida policies and procedures including but not limited to: oMission/Vision/Values and Philosophy oCustomer Service Pledge oCorporate Compliance oRules of Conduct as outlined in the Guidelines for Employees handbook oNo Smoking oDress Code Establishes and maintains a history of regular attendance; makes appropriate use of PDO, and observes department call-in procedures for absence; establishes and maintains punctual work habits. Exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks. Attends/participates in mandatory facility-wide and department training/meetings as required including but not limited to: department Huddles, annual education, safety training, Town Halls, etc. Is able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of fire, safety, security, disaster procedure regulations and National Patient Safety Goals as presented in orientation, outlined in safety manual, and as pertains to each work area. Supports departmental and organizational Mission through: oEmbracing and demonstrating a commitment to Sacred Work oAppropriate use of resources oProviding assistance to team members oAccepting work or schedule assignments oParticipating in process and performance improvement as required Required to respond to emergency situations (i.e., disasters, hurricanes, etc.) by reporting to department and staying until the crisis is over or position is covered by incoming personnel. This is a mandatory requirement. Refusal to respond may result in termination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: Basic computer knowledge or typing skills required. Knowledge of general office equipment such as fax machines, copy machines and printers. Experience with materials handling equipment (hand trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.) preferred. Ability to read and write. Must have a demonstrated polite, articulate communication style and good listening skills. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED: inventory and supply distribution management course preferred. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High School diploma or equivalent required. One or Two years of inventory systems, warehousing and/or supply distribution experience required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Two years’ experience in Customer Service preferred Experience in a healthcare environment preferred. Experience with computerized Materials Management Systems preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: A valid Florida driver license is required.