Material Handler-FT-Trinity Health Livingston

POSITION PURPOSE

Material Handlers of Linen under the direction of Supply Chain Management receives stores, collects, tracks and transport linen (sterile, clean and/or soiled) and other supplies (surgical equipment, food service items, etc.) as needed throughout SJML including off‑site locations. Works well with teams, independently, efficiently and in a safe manner. Routinely utilizes computer, tracking software, handheld units, and associated Supply Chain equipment.

May be assigned to a linen/supply delivery route and driving a delivery van. Must operate the van in a safe manner and abide by all Michigan driving laws. Driving responsibilities include performing Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI), monitoring physical condition of the van, and filling van with gas. Complete understanding and demonstrated proficiency of all area work tasks.

Full time

Material Handlers of Linen under the direction of Supply Chain Management receives stores, collects, tracks and transport linen (sterile, clean and/or soiled) and other supplies (surgical equipment, food service items, etc.) as needed throughout SJML including off‑site locations. Works well with teams, independently, efficiently and in a safe manner. Routinely utilizes computer, tracking software, handheld units, and associated Supply Chain equipment.

May be assigned to a linen/supply delivery route and driving a delivery van. Must operate the van in a safe manner and abide by all Michigan driving laws. Driving responsibilities include performing Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI), monitoring physical condition of the van, and filling van with gas. Complete understanding and demonstrated proficiency of all area work tasks.

• Transports and delivers equipment, linen, scrubs, and supplies to all user departments from supply holding area.
• Responsible for unit inventories and coordination of linens to assure adequate daily par levels and supply needs.
• Works closely with Receiving Dock Handlers to coordinate flow of supplies, linen, and equipment to all user departments.
• Assist unloading Co‑op laundry trucks and transports clean linen to the clean linen holding area.
• Prepares unit specific clean linen exchange carts following prescribed schedule and par level.
• Delivers clean linen exchange carts to specific department locations.
• Collects soiled linen daily from units and transports to dock.
• Transfers soiled linen from collection carts to Co‑op laundry carts in preparation for transport to Co‑op Laundry.
• Places linen replenishment orders with Co‑op Laundry.
• Operates elevator to transport supplies to and from the designated areas.
• Maintains required distribution records.
• Answer telephone and respond to routine inquires and maintains good Customer Service.
• Operates SJML van to transport linen and supplies to off‑site locations.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI), monitoring physical condition of the truck, and filling van with gas.
• Potential to operates power industrial type pallet jack to transport heavy supplies throughout SJML – training and certification provided if not already certified.
• Responsible for unit specific supply replenishment following prescribed schedule and par level.

Education:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Experience:

None

Certification/Licensure:
Current MI Driver's License

Prioritize assigned tasks and organize work.

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