Distribution Material Handler

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ
•$21 - $22

About The Position

The Distribution/Materials Handler receives and verifies incoming mail, packages, supplies, and other items and ensures their prompt, accurate delivery from mailroom and receiving areas to appropriate departments and individuals in the University Hospital community. The position may also transport mail, packages, and passengers in University Hospital vehicles as needed, maintaining accountability throughout these activities. University Hospital is an academic medical center, the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey. It trains physicians, advances science, and provides care to patients regardless of their financial situation.

Requirements

  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

  • High School Diploma/GED Certification preferred.
  • Six months of clerical experience involving handling and/or delivery of mail, packages, supplies, or other items preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Receive, verify, and sign for incoming supplies ordered by University Hospital.
  • Deliver received supplies promptly and maintain accountability and proof of delivery.
  • Assist with preparing and delivering storeroom orders; prepare packages for outgoing shipments and vendor returns.
  • Pick up and deliver interoffice, incoming, and outgoing mail.
  • Pick up mail from and deliver mail to the Post Office.
  • Sign for insured and registered letters and packages.
  • Maintain a log of hand deliveries and certified, registered, and special-delivery correspondence to appropriate personnel.
  • Transport documents to and from official University Hospital business functions as needed.
  • Drive appropriate University Hospital vehicles to distribute mail, packages, supplies, and other items.
  • Develop working knowledge of equipment used to automate mail, receiving, and Storeroom functions.
  • Serve as a liaison between Materials Management and internal campus locations.

Benefits

  • Vacation time
  • Medical and prescription drug coverage
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Professional development
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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