Materials Management Worker Lead

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Newton
2014 Washington Street (Show on map)
Apr 10, 2026
Summary Oversees activities related to the purchase of material, material control, inventory control, shipping/receiving and stores functions Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions -Plans, schedules and monitors the efficient movement of material from receiving or the warehouse to production. -Develops raw material requirements and scheduling requirements from engineering specifications and production schedules and coordinates material movement with purchasing, warehouse, and production. -Utilizes Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems. -Negotiates lead times with suppliers and manage schedules for timely delivery. -May interpret laws, rules and regulations regarding shipping and prepares applications for export/import control certifications and licenses. Education High School Diploma Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience materials management/inventory experience 3-5 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers. - Communicate accurately and appropriately. - Ability to handle difficult situations in a discreet and professional manner. - Hold self-accountable for professional practice. - Demonstrate knowledge of unit goals and is active in committees and projects to achieve these goals. - Assume responsibility for seeking out educational and professional opportunities for personal learning needs and growth as well as meeting mandatory education requirements. - Demonstrate excellent work attendance and actively participate in a variety of meetings and training sessions as required. - Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements. 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%) Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.