Material Services Associate I

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY

Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Material Services Associate I in our Distribution department. This full-time position will work weekdays starting at 6am.

Under close supervision, assists with various responsibilities of the supply chain department; to receive, store, sort, issue, replenish, inventory stock levels, transport, and monitor materials, supplies, linen, mail, products and equipment and to perform related duties as assigned. Ensures departmental standards for quality and productivity are maintained. Implements and abides by Customer Service Standards and directly contributes to customer and patient satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• May receive, load, unload, sort, prepare, issue, pick, stock, and/or shelve, and monitor materials/products/equipment for receiving, storage, shelving, distribution, etc
• Checks packing slips, (bar code) and other information against product/materials/equipment
• May assist in taking inventories
• Answers routine requests for information
• Follows detailed instructions in order to complete tasks
• May deliver mail/materials/products/equipment to supply areas and/or users' work area
• Retrieves, records and updates information in computerized systems, via department documents, on logs and via other means as instructed
• Meets departmental standards for productivity, accuracy, and quality
• Maintains work area in orderly manner
• Ensure the accuracy of all receiving, shipping, ordering and delivering documents or electronic files
• Assist as needed in product recall efforts
• May sort mail for delivery
• May weigh, sort and affix postage to mail
• Provide exceptional customer service
• Performs all other related duties as requested after appropriate training

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to read and count accurately, do simple math and write legibly
• Duties involve clerical skills equivalent to a high school education
• Six (6) months experience in a warehouse/distribution/delivery environment

-OR-

• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) months experience preferred
• Past warehouse/storeroom experience is desirable
• Experience with computerized inventory management system is preferred

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Self starter
• Good judgment and decision-making ability
• Communication skills, both oral and written are essential
• Ability to work in a team in order to efficiently and effectively complete departmental responsibilities
• Ability to organize and set priorities in order to efficiently and effectively complete job responsibilities
• Exceptional Customer Service abilities

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package:
We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.