Materials Management Tech

Northwestern Medical Center • St. Albans, VT

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About The Position

Northwestern Medical Center is recruiting a full-time Materials Management Tech in its Materials Management department. The position is generally scheduled 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., for 80 hours biweekly. The role receives and issues supplies as directed by the Manager of Materials Management, ships packages when appropriate, and performs data entry related to receiving and issuing supplies.

The position works in a warehouse environment, with occasional exposure to inclement weather while receiving supplies and occasional exposure to wet or slippery floors. Protective equipment includes work gloves and other protective equipment as the situation dictates. Physical demands include occasional lifting up to 100 pounds, sitting, squatting, stooping, bending, twisting, and crouching; frequent reaching, standing, and lifting up to 50 pounds; and constant use of hands, manual dexterity, and a strong grip.

Northwestern Medical Center describes its mission as providing exceptional health care to the community and emphasizes employee well-being, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. The organization offers a benefits package designed to support health, work-life balance, asset protection, and financial security. The hiring range is $16.63–$23.23; individual compensation depends on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, qualifications, and role alignment.

Requirements

• Computer experience is required.
• Strong grip and manual dexterity are necessary.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate preferred.
• Previous experience in stock and distribution procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming supplies, store them appropriately, and rotate stock to minimize outdates.
• Distribute supplies ordered by departments.
• Follow up on back orders.
• Collect and ship reprocessed materials weekly.
• Identify changes in utilization patterns and collaborate with the Purchasing Agent and Manager on changes to minimum/maximum levels or product elimination.
• Organize the storeroom so supplies can be located efficiently.
• Keep the storeroom and dock neat and clean.
• Remove outdated products from storerooms.
• Use the electronic system to update stock.
• Complete Blind Receiving Reports.
• Update receiving and stock issues daily.
• Match receiving reports to purchase orders.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Perform filing, typing, and ordering as needed.
• Assist the Materials Management Inventory Specialist.
• Assist with weekly cycle counts and daily duties.
• Provide backup support to the Purchasing Inventory Specialist.
• Ship packages when appropriate and perform data entry related to receiving and issuing supplies.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package through recognized national carriers, designed to support employee health, work-life balance, asset protection, and financial security.
• Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED