Materials Associate

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Materials Associate processes transactions related to goods received from suppliers, returned by customer departments, replenished in stock, or distributed to fulfill customer orders. The role uses the management system, a PC, and RF scanner technology, and verifies related documentation for accuracy and completeness. It also involves safely operating equipment, handling and storing goods, and supervising the receiving and distribution of equipment and supplies. The associate maintains secure storage conditions, removes non-functional equipment from service and reports issues, and keeps work and storage areas clean and orderly. The role is full time, 40 hours per week, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 4:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work independently in patient care areas, often under stressful conditions.
Ability to support multiple functional areas during a shift.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; frequent sitting, stooping, and stretching are also required.
Ability to frequently push and/or pull equipment and supplies.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to attend to several stimuli simultaneously and maintain emotional stability under stress.
Depending on the facility, a valid driver's license with no violations in the last three years may be required.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent and related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Process transactions accurately and promptly for supplier receipts, returned goods, stock replenishments, and customer orders.
Use the management system, PC, and RF scanner technologies to execute transactions accurately.
Review and verify process documentation for thoroughness and accuracy.
Operate powered and non-powered equipment safely and transport and store goods to prevent damage.
Supervise the receiving and distribution of equipment and supplies.
Ensure equipment and supplies are handled, stored, and maintained in a secure environment.
Remove non-functional equipment and supplies from service and report problems to the appropriate departments for corrective action.
Inspect work and storage areas and maintain clean, orderly conditions.
Follow department, system, and OSHA safety regulations and perform good housekeeping.
Complete and submit daily inspection checklists when using powered equipment, if required by the department.

Benefits

Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.