SUPPLY CHAIN ASSOCIATE - CASUAL

Description Job Summary Under general supervision, assists in maintaining the efficient operation of storeroom and distribution areas in acquiring, storing, controlling, and delivering material throughout the hospital. Maintain adequate inventory levels through ordering, put away, and dispensing of supplies. Essential Job Functions Ensures that all receiving functions are carried out. Unpack items received and inspects for damage or defects. Verifies accuracy of shipment. Reconciles shipment with purchase order. Records any damage or discrepancies with Procurement Office. Performs all necessary receiving operations via computer and handheld devices. Performs all necessary receiving operations using industrial equipment safely and properly. Maintains storeroom and distribution area. Stores items according to established procedures in proper location. Ensures that environment is clean, safe, and secured condition. Organizes daily receipts. Changes stock locations according to usage as needed. Ensures that all delivery functions are completed. Ensures that all premium freight orders are delivered the same day. Fills requisitions by preparing picking list, confirmation, and delivery receipts. Delivers product using delivery vehicle to offsite locations. Performs all necessary delivery operation using industrial equipment safely and properly. Assures that inventory is appropriate and correct. Reports the need for additional supplies as needed. Assists in performing cycle counts on a weekly basis for selected cycle. Rotates stock to reduce the amount of outdated material. Works with supervisor and Procurement office to follow up on shortages, damages, and outdated material. Takes physical count of stock on hand and verifies count with inventory controls totals. Maintains the delivery vehicle and the storeroom equipment. Keeps assigned vehicle clean. Performs vehicle check list on assigned vehicle. Informs supervisor of servicing needs on assigned vehicle. Performs routine maintenance on forklift, electric pallet jack, push carts, and delivery flats. Coordinates with vendors, truckers, and customers to ensure that deliveries are complete and accurate. Identifies air packages and refrigerated packages and coordinates their deliveries in a timely manner. Maintains and distributes supplies and equipment to clinical areas as requested Adequately replenish crash carts, ENT carts, airway boxes, and other clinical supply carts and packs Performs in accordance with Independence Health universal behavioral/customer service standards and competencies to support the mission, vision, and values of the Organization. Count and par stock floors Scan floors at hospital for par stocking Pull par stock orders at storeroom Replenish orders on floor Report any bar codes that do not scan to supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education. Experience in inventory management systems and handheld computers. Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment. Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. Able to drive a delivery truck with a hydraulic rear lift assembly, knowledge of and experience in operating a forklift and electric pallet jack in a confined area or trained within three (3) months of hire. Basic Math and Keyboard Proficiency. Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc. Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. Related training/experience (preferably within the past five years). Infor Cloud Suite/Mobile Supply Chain Management experience. License, Certification & Clearances Act 34-PA Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system. Valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire). Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations. LEAN Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Independence Health’s missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

Independence Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below. Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat x x Extreme Cold x x Heights x x Confined Spaces x x Mechanical Hazards x x Use of Vibrating Tools x Operates Vehicle (company) x x x x Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x x Rotates All Shifts x x x x x x On-Call x Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) x x x x x Respirator Protective Equipment x Eye Protection x x Hearing Protection x Hand Protection x Feet, Toe Protection x Body Protection x Latex Exposure x x Solvent Exposure x Paint (direct use) Exposure x Dust (sanding) Exposure x x Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure x x x x Mist Exposure x x x x Laser Exposure x Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never x x x x Walking x x x x Climbing Ladders x x Standing x x Kneeling x x Squatting (Crouching) x x Twisting/Turning x x Keyboard/Computer Operation x x Gross Grasp x x x x Hand/Arm Coordination x x Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x x Carry x x Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x Seeing Near w/Acuity x x Feeling (Sensation) x x x Hearing Clearly x x Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x x Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x Reaching Forward x x Lifting Floor to Knuckle x 30# 50# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle x 30# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder x 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead x 20# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Independence Health System