Material Distribution Tech I

ARUP Laboratories Career•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

The Material Distribution Technician I learns and follows ARUP processes and procedures for accurately storing, shipping, and receiving products, supporting timely and quality distribution of company materials and inventory. The role is based in ARUP Laboratories’ Material Distribution department in Salt Lake City, Utah, and uses company vehicles for company business. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, for 40 hours per week. The training schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. The organization emphasizes diversity, professional growth, continuous development, accountability, integrity, service, and excellence in its work supporting patients and laboratory services.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have a valid Utah driver’s license with no moving violations within the previous two years and no alcohol- or drug-related violations on record with the Driver’s License Division.
Must be able to pass the test and obtain a Department of Transportation medical card.
Must be able to meet the physical demands described, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.
Must use personal protective equipment in the biohazard laboratory environment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company policies.
Must comply with ARUP Policies and Procedures.
Must be able to communicate frequently and effectively with others.
Must have close, far, and peripheral visual acuity and be able to distinguish colors.

Responsibilities

Use company vehicles on company business.
Quality-check inbound shipments for accurate labeling and stocking.
Perform receiving functions, including labeling reagents and kits with lot numbers, expiration dates, and other sensitive information.
Maintain quarantine areas so reagents awaiting validation remain isolated and stable until validation is complete.
Quality-check outbound orders for accuracy.
Perform accurate data interpretation and input.
Pick and pack products.
Process packages for shipping and returns.
Process returns.
Conduct cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
Replenish stock from backup locations.
Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Mentor junior staff on procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.