Sr Materials Handler
UHS
Summary
The Sr. Materials Handler provides leader-level responsibility for the control of stock supplies inventory and in the distribution of materials and equipment received and/or stored in the Supply Chain Department.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Performs lead responsibility in the receiving, inspection for damage, match quantities/quality, to purchase order, delivers, and moves materials, i.e., inventory items, equipment, special orders and/or sensitive materials.
- Serve in a lead role for various initiatives.
- Assists with the storeroom supervisor and/or manager in maintain the appropriate stock levels without excessive inventory being ordered.
- Provides replenishment of supplies to the assigned par locations accurately and on a timely basis within the framework of service excellence.
- Performs the checking of supplies that have been received to confirm the accuracy of the shipment.
- Places received supplies into their correct storage locations in a timely basis.
- Receives, inspects for damage match quantities/qualities to purchase order, delivers, and moves materials, i.e., inventory items, equipment, special orders and/or sensitive materials.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the Materials Management Information System so that data can be entered and retrieved as required to perform the services of the Department.
- Maintains an orderly storage of supplies that meets JCAHO requirements for the storage of supplies.
- Performs a variety of clerical tasks that may include answering the phone, filing, copying and doing data entry.
- Participates in stock rotation, clean-up duties, clean sweep and physical inventory audits.
- Responds to inquiries about inventory items or problems in a prompt manner.
- Understands the Materials Distribution System, Hand Held Scanners and supports the proper methodology in supplying materials to departments.
- Properly disinfects and sterilizes pump equipment as established by infection control guidelines (as needed and/or required).
- Provides supervision to Materials Handlers in the scheduled absence of the Supervisor or Manager.
- Performs other duties as assigned/required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in the distribution of medical supplies preferred
- Prior driving delivery and/or medical transport experience preferred
- Must have a valid driver's license, and an acceptable driving record from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.