**Overview** Plans and manages central supply functions to ensure efficient operations in processing, sterilization, and distribution of medical supplies. Coordinates activities of employees engaged in furnishing sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment for use in care and treatment of patients in a medical facility. Oversees activities of workers engaged in cleaning, assembling, and packing of linens, gowns, dressings, gloves, treatment trays, instruments, and related items. **Responsibilities** + Provides management oversight for the preparation of solutions, arrangement of stock, and requisitioning, issuing, controlling, and charging of supplies and equipment + Instructs personnel on the use of sterilizing equipment and water distillation apparatus, setting up standardized treatment trays, and maintenance of equipment in the central supply area + Establishes standards of work performance and methods of operation for department + Monitors work activities to ensure that employees are following prescribed procedures to meet organizational standards + Ensures that aseptic techniques are employed by employees in preparing and handling sterile items. Inspects daily inventory, maintains records of supply usage, and compiles periodic reports; May be responsible for developing work schedules + May be responsible for supervising departmental operations on a 24-hour basis **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience + 5 years experience in hospital materials distribution, logistics or inventory management required + Working knowledge of Lawson (or similar supply chain management systems) required + Change agent demeanor + Must be a “critical thinker” with an ability to quickly adapt to a changing environment + Displays sense of urgency and understands who the “customers” are + Strong product knowledge a must + Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communications skills are required for success in this function + Demonstrated good ability to prioritize work, strong organizational skills and initiative to improve processes + Consistently display a friendly, positive, and professional demeanor + Must be able to pass a criminal background check, FBI fingerprint check, Child Abuse clearance, drug test, and comply with the immunization requirements **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** + Ability to lift 40 lbs + Ability to pull carts weighing up to 250lbs + Walking, standing for extended periods of time + Mental qualifications include ability to understand and oversee the sterilization and distribution of all surgical supplies **What We Offer:** Competitive pay & benefits! Comprehensive training and development programs that prepare employees to advance from within. A company focused on creating a positive work and client environment. Employee discounts on entertainment, products, and services nationwide! **_Come Join Our Team!_** **Job Locations** _US-PA-Philadelphia_ **Posted Date** _2 months ago_ _(9/24/2024 4:54 PM)_ **_Requisition ID_** _2024-18651_ **_\# of Openings_** _1_ **_Category (Portal Searching)_** _Management_ **_Position Type (Portal Searching)_** _Regular Full-Time_