Inventory Control Coordinator (Full Time, Nights)
St. Luke's University Health Network, Bethlehem, PA, United States
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Inventory Control Coordinator assists with the daily operation and staffing of Inventory Control and Linen Departments. Participate in the orientation, training and in-servicing of new employees. Assign and direct activities of Inventory Control Clerks and Linen Clerks. Responsible for the department in the absence of the Supervisor and Manager. Handle problems, emergencies and communicates to appropriate people. Maintain records and assist with reports.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assumes responsibility for the operation of Inventory Control and Linen Room in the absence of the Supervisor and Manager.
Supervises and works with Inventory Control and Linen employees.
Problem-solves within the department and Network-wide in matters related to the activities of the department.
Participates in the orientation of new employees. Assists with teaching, orienting and in-servicing storeroom and linen employees.
Maintains established departmental and Network policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, environmental and infection control standards.
Gathers statistics, maintains required records in an orderly manner.
Provides input into employee evaluations.
Compares computer balances and periodic sampling checks of physical inventory and makes adjustments as necessary.
Arranges adequate space requirements for storage of products. Modifies distribution techniques and practices as required to ensure incoming goods are routed to the proper destination.
Orders and delivers supplies. Maintains inventory control in assigned areas to ensure adequate stock turnover rate.
Constructs par stock areas. Maintains par stock paperwork, shelf labeling system, and integrity of par stock area.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area at all times in accordance with EOC.DOH and JACHO requirements.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Standing for up to 6 hours, up to 3 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day, 1 hour at a time. Sitting for up to 2 hours per day, 1 hour at a time. Frequently uses fingers for data entry, etc. Frequently uses hands for stocking of shelves, etc. Frequently uses upper extremities to lift up to 50 pounds. Frequently stoops, bends, or reaches above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to general vision, near vision, peripheral vision and visual monotony. Frequently pushing and pulling carts weighing up to 500 pounds.
EDUCATION:
Associates Degree in Business Administration and/or supervisory experience with 7-10 years experience in the following departments: Storeroom, Receiving, Purchasing and Linen required. Thorough knowledge of inventory control and warehousing.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Three to five years experience in Storeroom, Purchasing or Linen/ Computer literate with Inventory Control. Knowledge of regulatory guidelines.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!