Job Description

Inventory Handler – Food and Nutrition

Inventory Handler in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers

Department: Food and Nutrition

Location: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: Days

Make an Impact with Baystate Health

Baystate Health is seeking an Inventory Handler to join the Supply Chain Food and Nutrition Department. Under the direction of the Manager of Supply Chain Food and Nutrition, the Inventory Handler helps coordinate daily Commissary operations, including warehousing, inventory control, distribution, shipping, receiving, and delivery services that support Baystate Health entities throughout western Massachusetts.

This role plays an important part in ensuring the efficient flow of inventory and non-inventory products throughout the organization. From receiving and distributing food and nutrition products to maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting customer orders, you will help ensure that departments have the products and supplies they need to provide excellent service to patients, visitors, and the Baystate Health community.

The Inventory Handler Will:

• Serve as a key liaison between the area manager, customers, and System Operations Specialist to support daily Commissary operations, including shipping, receiving, slotting, inventory control, and record keeping.
• Coordinate the effective flow of inventory and non-inventory products, including food and nutrition products, capital equipment, storage equipment, emergency preparedness supplies, and direct customer orders.
• Use and maintain barcode scanning equipment to support accurate inventory and distribution processes.
• Support the System Operations Specialist with daily Commissary activities and operational priorities as needed.
• Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and customer needs.
• Career Ladder Opportunities for growth:
• ​ Inventory Handler I
• Entry level position within the Food and Nutrition Commissary team.
• Focuses on core inventory, stocking, and distribution responsibilities.
• Inventory Handler II 
• Can perform all positions within the Food and Nutrition Commissary.
• Confident user of the CBORD system.
• Provides backup coverage for the Senior Inventory Handler and supports daily operations across the department.
• Increased pay grade.
• Senior Inventory Handler
• Functions similarly to a Lead or Charge position.
• Super-user of the CBORD system.
• Supports and works alongside the Supply Chain Manager, assisting with higher level operational activities and helping to oversee daily operations at the facility.
• Increased pay grade.

Schedule Details

• Job Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Shift: Days, between 5am-4:30pm
• Schedule: 8-hour shifts
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: Rotating holidays

Benefits That Support You

At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization.

Depending on eligibility, benefits may include:

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice.

Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Required Skills

• Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma, GED, or Hi-Set
• Experience in Warehousing, Supply Chain and Customer Service

Education:

Certifications:

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

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