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Distribution Material Handler

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.10 - $20.60
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Vacation Time
Medical insurance
prescription drug coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Pension Plan
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program
Professional Development

Job Description

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital plays a crucial role in training the next generation of physicians and advancing medical science through groundbreaking research. The hospital is committed to providing exceptional care to patients from all walks of life, regardless of their financial situation, ensuring equitable and high-quality health services for the community it serves. This prestigious institution is known for its dedication to education, patient care, and research innovation,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position
  • minimum six months clerical experience in mail, package, or supply handling preferred
  • high school diploma or GED preferred
  • valid driver's license to operate hospital vehicles
  • ability to maintain accurate delivery records and logs
  • capability to lift and transport packages safely
  • strong organizational skills to manage multiple deliveries
  • ability to use automation equipment in mail and storeroom functions

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED certification is preferred
  • six months of clerical experience involving the handling and/or delivery of mail, packages, supplies, or other items is preferred
  • ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position
  • demonstrate reliability and accountability in managing deliveries and logistics
  • basic knowledge of mailroom or materials handling procedures is advantageous

Job Duties

  • Receives, verifies, and signs for all incoming supplies ordered by the University Hospital
  • delivers all supplies received in an expeditious manner and maintains accountability and proof of said deliveries
  • assists in the preparation and delivery of storeroom orders and prepares packages for outgoing shipments and returns to vendors
  • picks up and delivers interoffice, incoming and outgoing mail
  • picks up mail from the Post Office and delivers mail to the Post Office
  • signs for insured and registered letters and packages
  • maintains a log of hand deliveries, certified, registered and special delivery correspondence to appropriate personnel
  • as necessary, transports documents to and from official University Hospital business functions
  • drives appropriate University Hospital vehicles to distribute mail, packages, supplies and other items
  • develops a working knowledge of all equipment utilized in the automation of the mail, receiving and storeroom functions
  • serves as a liaison between Materials Management and internal campus locations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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