Supply Chain Technician, St. Joseph's Hospital (ETS) | Temporary

Emory • Atlanta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Emory University is seeking a temporary Supply Chain Technician to perform supply chain activities from receipt through distribution for inventory, supplies, and equipment handled by the Materials Management Department in a hospital, warehouse, distribution center, or other supply chain environment. The position is onsite and requires availability for the first shift, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM.

The technician maintains inventory locations using technology-supported devices; counts inventory and processes replenishment orders; monitors par levels and recommends adjustments using supply chain management software and trend data; and forecasts inventory needs to help ensure product availability. The role includes receiving, processing, arranging, storing, and distributing supplies and equipment, supporting customers with product selection, and communicating inventory and receiving status to supply chain leadership.

Additional duties may include handling vendor shipments and shipping documents; operating material-handling equipment and, where applicable, a box truck or cargo van; maintaining medical carts and equipment; using a pneumatic tube system; processing specialty beds and wound vacs; and managing linen inventory, preparation, storage, and distribution. The technician follows applicable safety standards, maintains a clean and organized work area, and may work in environments with varied physical and environmental conditions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of warehouse, stockroom, or related experience.
• Availability for first shift, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM.
• Some positions may require a valid Georgia driver's license and an insurable driving record.
• Some positions may require the ability to lift 50 pounds and bend, stoop, and twist.
• Some individuals may be required to pass a DOT physical.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and maintain required material-handling licensure, certifications, and training.

Responsibilities

• Perform supply chain activities for inventory, supplies, and equipment from receipt through distribution.
• Maintain supply chain inventory locations using technology-supported devices and enter inventory data into supply chain management software.
• Conduct inventory counts, process replenishment orders, and recommend par-level changes based on trends and data analysis.
• Forecast inventory needs and adjustments to help ensure product availability.
• Deliver and replenish supplies based on orders from departments or supply chain staff.
• Arrange, receive, process, store, and distribute supplies and equipment.
• Assist customers with product selection and supply needs, and communicate receiving and inventory status to leadership.
• Rotate and inspect products, conduct cycle counts, and verify expiration dates using appropriate storage practices.
• Participate in receiving vendor shipments and process bills of lading, packing slips, and related information.
• Use material-handling equipment as required and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Maintain, inventory, retrieve, and issue medical procedure carts and other equipment, including Code Carts and Procedure Carts.
• Use the pneumatic tube system for order delivery and transport to patient care areas.
• Process and order wound vacs and specialty beds through appropriate software; maintain patient and inventory data and coordinate with vendors regarding charges and accountability.
• Prepare, sort, weigh, document, store, and distribute linen as required; maintain linen par data and prepare distribution carts.
• Learn and perform other supply chain responsibilities as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED