Material Distribution Tech I

ARUP Laboratories•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 to ensure timely, quality receipt and distribution of company materials and inventory. The role works in the Material Distribution department and uses company vehicles on 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, based in Salt Lake City, Utah. ARUP describes its workforce as committed to service, accountability, integrity, and excellence, and emphasizes diversity, professional growth, and continuous development.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must hold 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 required test and obtain a Department of Transportation medical card.
Must be able to meet the stated physical demands, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly.
Must be able to use personal protective equipment in a biohazard laboratory environment in accordance with CDC and OSHA regulations and company policies.
Must comply with ARUP policies and procedures.
Must be able to stoop, reach, move between work sites and within the office, communicate effectively, perform fine motor tasks, and use close, far, and peripheral vision and color vision.

Responsibilities

Use company vehicles on company business.
Quality-check inbound shipments for accuracy of labeling and stocking procedures.
Receive products, 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.
Interpret and input data accurately.
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.