Warehouse Associate
Springfield Memorial Hospital Warehouse
Springfield, IL
Position Summary
Full-Time
Day Shift
$16.00 - $23.64
Our Warehouse Associate plays a key role in supporting warehouse operations through a variety of tasks, including:
- Materials and equipment movement
- Receiving shipments
- Driving duties
This position is essential for maintaining efficient workflow and ensuring that all warehouse activities run smoothly.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Skills
- Moves, loads, and unloads stock and freight from trucks to and from the warehouse and various locations within the organization.
- Documents inbound and outbound receipts with necessary information for tracking purposes.
- Verifies the accuracy and specifications of shipments received and delivered, clarifying discrepancies with the Purchasing Department or other departments as needed.
- Enters shipment information into an electronic materials management system, ensuring accuracy, and may produce reports as required.
- Responds to requests for special handling of furniture and equipment, determining the safest and most effective methods for moving these items.
- Enters serial numbers, repair information, and asset tag records into an electronic database for tracking purposes.
- Answers inquiries regarding expected shipments and deliveries of equipment and supplies, both in writing and via telephone.
- Wraps, boxes, and prepares pallets, carts, and other items for shipment and delivery, positioning them optimally for transport.
- Delivers and picks up furniture, equipment, and other items to and from the warehouse.
- Transports bio-hazardous materials in accordance with safety and security guidelines.
- May handle and transport pharmaceutical medications, limited to storing and moving within the facility and off-site locations.
- Monitors and observes the condition and maintenance of trucks, vehicles, and equipment, performing minor maintenance as necessary.
- Receives and verifies the accuracy of goods received, stocks shelves accordingly, and rotates stock regularly per guidelines.
- Maintains assigned stock storage areas, reporting unusual turnover to management.
- May train less-experienced staff in various warehouse functions and serve as a backup during staff absences or special needs.
- Responds to callback requests during warehouse closures when other departments need products.
- Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Required Experience
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in a distribution center within the healthcare industry is highly preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Must be an OSHA-certified forklift operator. On-site, hands-on training will be provided by the department leader to meet this requirement.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Basic math and personal computer skills, including data entry into electronic databases and reading computer-generated reports.
- Ability to multi-task and work flexibly in various areas, including shipping/receiving, driving, and warehouse tasks.
- Performs a variety of materials and equipment movement, receiving, and driving duties to support the warehouse.
- Must possess a valid Class C Illinois Driver’s License or obtain one within the first 90 days. Must meet the acceptable driver standards according to the Memorial Health Fleet Safety Policy (a five-year Motor Vehicle Report [MVR] will be required).
- Previous experience operating warehouse equipment and motorized vehicles (e.g., forklifts, trucks, pallet jacks) safely and correctly.
- Successful completion of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) physical examination.
- Ability to tolerate close and prolonged eye work, lift up to 100 pounds, and stand for extended periods throughout the day.
Springfield, IL