OR Materials Tech

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
800 Huntington Avenue (Show on map)
Mar 21, 2025
Leads the daily activities of the inventory control staff. Ensures adequate levels of material and/or product inventories are maintained. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Monitor results by shift/work area and communicate inventory and quality metrics to Inventory Supervisor/Manager -Conduct analysis of inventory discrepancies and collaborate with operations to mitigate recurrence of issues -Monitor systematic replenishment and direct completion of replenishment activities -Leading, coaching, mentoring, and developing teammates on job functions/procedures to achieve objectives and productivity goals -Planning, monitoring and managing actual performance against operational standards -Account for in-stock merchandise conditions by audit, create exception reports and optimize inventory turns -Create and maintain a robust cycle count program -Analyzes and reports inventory discrepancies and slotting issues Education Associate's Degree General Business required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials N/A Experience supervisory experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified and working knowledge of AS400 5-7 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal as well as written communication skills. Good organization and business administration skills, attention to detail, willingness to improve, learn and adapt in accordance with the modern practice methods are some of the other required skills. Ability to supervise, control, manage, instruct and lead others to complete the assigned tasks along with computer skills, especially Excel, Word and Outlook will definitely prove to be a great advantage. Ability to manage time effectively, as they may need to handle multiple functions and meet the deadlines consistently. Ability to function independently with minimal supervision and should be self-motivated. Physical Requirements Standing Constantly (67-100%) Walking Constantly (67-100%) Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Pushing Frequently (34-66%) Pulling Frequently (34-66%) Climbing Occasionally (3-33%) Balancing Constantly (67-100%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Occasionally (3-33%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.