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Kootenai Health
Material Handler
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Warehouse Worker moves or transports freight, stocks, and materials, usually without using machinery.
$40,728 / year median in Idaho
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Material Handler Position Summary Responsible for receiving, unpacking, taking inventory, and stocking inbound medical and non-medical freight for the organization. Selects, distributes, issues, stocks, inventories, and/or processes returns for medical and non-medical supplies in support of assigned inpatient and outpatient departments. Follows applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance and safety requirements for working in both a hospital and warehouse environment. Responsibilities Receives inbound packages and processes for receipt in accordance with applicable policies Packs and/or crates products and materials for outbound shipping, selecting the most economical shipping method in accordance with published freight policies Fills orders and requisitions in support of assigned departments Performs inventory of medical and non-medical supplies as required per organizational policy Recommends updates to inventory locations, to include adding/deleting/changing locations and/or adjusting stocking levels Follows department and organization policies when working in sterile departments/areas Utilizes First-In-First-Out (FIFO) inventory management concepts and tracks supply outdates in assigned inventory locations Cleans and replenishes assigned Procedural Trays and Carts (excluding Case Carts) Possesses ability to learn/leverage Supply Chain technology solutions, to include ERP, bar code scanners, Mobile Supply Chain applications, and/or other technology as necessary Displays ability to professionally communicates via phone and/or in person with staff and vendors to provide exceptional customer service Understands and adheres to policies and follows acceptable Hospital Supply Chain practices Performs other related duties as assigned Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals Requirements and Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent preferred Complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration manual and electric pallet jack certification within 90 days of hire Working Conditions Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs Pushing with mechanical assistance heavy equipment and supplies up to 1000 pounds Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend