Materials Distribution Technician - Sunday-Thursday - 6:00am-2:30pm

Northeast Georgia Health System•Braselton, GA

About The Position

The Materials Distribution Technician is responsible for maintaining the hospital’s Kanban system and monitoring ordered supplies and stock levels. The technician follows the Kanban daily management system (DMS), stocks Kanban nodes according to established standards, responds promptly and accurately to customer needs, and resolves critical supply issues or escalates unresolved issues to the Supervisor. The role performs supply stocking, distributes received supplies to appropriate storage areas, checks stock items for expiration dates, and maintains clean and orderly workspaces using lean methodologies and 5S. The technician works with clinical teams and other hospital personnel, participates in regular team huddles, follows standard work processes, and supports a safe working environment in compliance with applicable hospital, state, and federal requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of work experience in a field utilizing supply distribution systems and processes.
Able to be trained and certified in the use of an electric pallet jack within 30 days of hire.
Able to recognize critical situations, communicate relevant details, and provide recommendations for resolution.
Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Ability to work individually with minimal supervision or as part of a team.
Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Technical skills to operate a PC and handheld devices.
Interpersonal skills to interact with clinicians and other hospital personnel.
Knowledge of medical supply terminology.
Ability to stand and sit for extended periods, crouch, push and pull, and lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a warehouse or inventory logistics environment.

Responsibilities

Monitor ordered supplies and stock levels of items stocked in the hospital.
Maintain the Kanban program using the daily management system (DMS), including stocking Kanban nodes and upholding program standards.
Respond to customer needs in a timely and precise manner; resolve critical supply issues and escalate unresolved issues to the Supervisor.
Stock inventory locations and supply units.
Build and maintain strong relationships in clinical areas.
Follow standard work processes, procedures, and work instructions.
Keep workspaces clean and orderly in accordance with lean methodologies and 5S.
Participate in regular team huddles to assess whether Kanban operations meet end-user needs and identify continuous improvements.
Support a safe working environment and comply with regulatory requirements and hospital, state, and federal safety policies.
Distribute received supplies to appropriate storage areas within the inventory control room.
Conduct expiration date checks on stock items.
Perform other duties as assigned.