Supply Chain Technician 2, Lab Medicine & Pathology Purchasing Team

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

2d•$22 - $31

About The Position

Who we’re looking for: The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Supply Chain Technician 2 with the Purchasing Team . Join DLMP at the Renton Central Laboratory to play a key role in supporting the logistics that keep research and testing operations running smoothly. This position is exciting because it offers hands-on involvement in coordinating laboratory equipment deliveries, supporting scientists and lab teams with critical supplies, and helping build operational processes in a new and expanding facility. Our team values collaboration, reliability, and operational excellence, and the work we do helps enable research and laboratory services that ultimately support UW Medicine patients. Work schedule: 100% FTE Monday - Friday including holidays and weekends as needed Day shift What you’ll contribute: Receiving & Inventory Support Receive and process incoming laboratory supplies, consumables, and equipment. Verify shipments against purchase documentation and inspect for damage. Deliver materials to designated lab locations. Record receipt of goods in the procurement system. Maintain an organized and safe dock and receiving area. Coordinate directly with laboratory leads regarding delivery timing and handling preferences. Perform additional dock and logistics-related duties as assigned to support facility operations Equipment Delivery Coordination Coordinate and support delivery of laboratory equipment. Escort vendors for white glove deliveries to final room placement. Receive, inspect, and safely transport non-white glove equipment deliveries. Communicate with Directors and lab leads regarding equipment arrival and placement readiness. Report discrepancies or damage to Purchasing and site leadership. Vendor & Service Support Assist with vendor access for scheduled services. Coordinate logistics with Program Operations Specialist, Directors, and laboratory leads. Provide on-site operational support during service visits. Support continuity of building operations as the facility grows. Mail & Package Operations Accept and sort internal and external mail. Deliver clearly identified packages to laboratory locations. Manage outbound shipment staging area. Maintain organized mail distribution areas. Communicate with labs and site leadership regarding unidentified or time-sensitive deliveries. Operational & Building Support Serve as an operational support resource for the Renton Central Lab. Assist with special projects, internal moves, and logistical needs. Provide cross-divisional support to laboratory teams as operational needs arise. Collaborate with site leadership to ensure smooth day-to-day building operations.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent AND six (6) months of supply chain experience.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of general office equipment such fax machines, copy machines, and printers.
Ability to work in a busy, high-pressure environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders to include coworkers, management, and clinical partners.
Demonstrated proficiency in customer service and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Receiving & Inventory Support Receive and process incoming laboratory supplies, consumables, and equipment.
Verify shipments against purchase documentation and inspect for damage.
Deliver materials to designated lab locations.
Record receipt of goods in the procurement system.
Maintain an organized and safe dock and receiving area.
Coordinate directly with laboratory leads regarding delivery timing and handling preferences.
Perform additional dock and logistics-related duties as assigned to support facility operations
Equipment Delivery Coordination Coordinate and support delivery of laboratory equipment.
Escort vendors for white glove deliveries to final room placement.
Receive, inspect, and safely transport non-white glove equipment deliveries.
Communicate with Directors and lab leads regarding equipment arrival and placement readiness.
Report discrepancies or damage to Purchasing and site leadership.
Vendor & Service Support Assist with vendor access for scheduled services.
Coordinate logistics with Program Operations Specialist, Directors, and laboratory leads.
Provide on-site operational support during service visits.
Support continuity of building operations as the facility grows.
Mail & Package Operations Accept and sort internal and external mail.
Deliver clearly identified packages to laboratory locations.
Manage outbound shipment staging area.
Maintain organized mail distribution areas.
Communicate with labs and site leadership regarding unidentified or time-sensitive deliveries.
Operational & Building Support Serve as an operational support resource for the Renton Central Lab.
Assist with special projects, internal moves, and logistical needs.
Provide cross-divisional support to laboratory teams as operational needs arise.
Collaborate with site leadership to ensure smooth day-to-day building operations.

Benefits

Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.
State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.
Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
And much more!

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