Materials Management Clerk

MyMichigan Health•Alma, MI

About The Position

This position ensures that inventory and direct-ship supplies are received and distributed throughout the Health System in a timely manner. The clerk manages storeroom supply flow by receiving vendor stock, restocking shelves, picking orders, delivering supplies, and maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly environment. The role also provides customer service, communicates with departments, and supports inventory accuracy and supply operations as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Strong knowledge of inventory control and good customer service skills.
Ability to lift and handle heavy objects, remain on one's feet for extended periods, and perform physical labor for extended periods.
Interpersonal skills to communicate successfully with individuals and groups at all levels and convey ideas clearly.
Ability to move freely about the facility, with or without an assistive device, and perform the functions outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing, with or without assistive devices.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, get along with others, maintain regular and predictable attendance, and stay awake.
Overall dexterity, including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering, and feeling; these movements may be repeated regularly or frequently.
Ability to meet the stated heavy physical demands: occasionally lift or carry 51–100 pounds; frequently handle 50 pounds and/or walk, stand, or push/pull arm or leg controls; and constantly handle 20 pounds.
Mandatory tuberculosis testing as required.
Annual mandatory OSHA training according to the Exposure Control Plan.

Nice To Haves

One year of inventory control or warehouse experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Receive incoming materials and supplies; unload and secure goods; separate, verify, research, document, and distribute receivables; check temperature and carton integrity according to packaging instructions; report discrepancies or damage and resolve issues promptly.
Fill supply requisitions by removing requested items from inventory, packaging orders, and staging them for delivery.
Organize stock locations to support efficient workflow; relabel shelves and update item locations in the Materials Information System; maintain an orderly storeroom and rotate stock appropriately.
Distribute and deliver stock and nonstock orders throughout the Health System, depending on location.
Provide excellent customer service.
Replace other Supply Clerk I and II assignments as needed and assist with Riecker Surgery Center transportation daily.
Determine backorder fill priority and conduct cycle counts when requested to help ensure inventory accuracy.
Answer phones, communicate messages, and solve problems with areas at MyMichigan Medical Center-Gratiot.
Access medication and supply rooms as appropriate for stocking duties.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows and participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health when required.
Complete required tuberculosis testing and annual OSHA training according to the Exposure Control Plan.