Microbiology Inventory Controller/Lab Assistant

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Job Summary

Maintains records of materials in inventory and on order. Monitors reorder points and initiates action to replenish stock. Reconciles discrepancies in inventories and notifies supervisor of irregularities.

Essential Functions

-Monitors and maintains current inventory levels; processes purchasing orders as required; tracks orders and investigates problems.

-Records purchases, maintains database, performs physical count of inventory, and reconciles actual stock count to computer-generated reports.

-Receives, unpacks, and delivers goods; re-stocks items as necessary; labels shelves.

-Processes and/or approves invoices for payment.

-Processes and documents return as required following established procedures.

-Performs routine clerical duties, including data entry, answering telephones, and assisting customers.

-May serve as cashier and handle cash and cash-related payments.

-May lead, guide, and train staff/student employees, interns, and/or volunteers performing related work; may participate in the recruitment of volunteers, as appropriate to the area of operation.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.

- Ability to reconcile stock counts to report data.

- Database management skills.

- Ability to analyze and solve problems.

- Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.

- Ability to receive, stock, and/or deliver goods.

- Clerical, word processing, and/or office skills.

- Knowledge of university invoicing procedures.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Department: MGH Microbiology

Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7am to 5pm| Flexible Hours | Onsite

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, discounted MBTA pass & mor

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$17.71 - $25.28/Hourly

Grade

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EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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