Mercy Ships uses hospital ships to transform lives and serve nations. In regions where resources are scarce, a state-of-the-art hospital ship is the most efficient way to deliver free surgeries.We follow the 2000-year-old model of Jesus, bringing hope and healing by providing life-changing surgeries to children and adults who otherwise would go without. Together we are saving lives.
How does the Warehouse Coordinator support the Mercy Ships' mission from our headquarters in Lindale, TX? By providing logistical support services to the Mercy Ships vessels in order to provide needed medical and general supplies in a timely manner.
To be considered for this role, please take a moment to apply here: https://careers.mercyships.org/Applicant/CurrentOpportunities.aspx?PosId=412
What you'll contribute in this position:
- Liaises and communicates with Logistics Manager, Procurement Coordinators, and designated procurement personnel on each vessel and land-based teams.
- Provides efficient warehousing organization, re-packing and shipping services for Health Care Services' procurement effort.
- Maintains updated spreadsheet/computerized inventory data to facilitate efficient receiving, warehousing, and shipping of medical/dental equipment and supplies.
- Keeps updated with shipping methods and company's information and international customs regulations and paperwork.
- Ensures completion of documentation (purchase orders, donation forms, etc.) for accounting purposes.
- Assists with Mail Room functions.
- Maintains confidentiality of all client/personnel/organizational files.
- Other duties as assigned.
What's needed for this position:
- Knowledge of medical/dental terms and supplies, mathematical and computer skills, and warehousing/inventory control preferred.
- Experience in health care procurement helpful.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft office with willingness and ability to learn inventory management software system.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision, and committed to its core values.
- Understand and apply servant leadership, work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability.
- Follow the example of Jesus by Loving God; Loving and Serving Others; Being a Person of Integrity and a Person of Excellence in all you say and do.
Education And Experience
The requirements listed below are representative of the education and / or experience required.
- High School diploma or its equivalent required.
- Prior experience in warehouse environment is preferred.
- Successful completion of Mercy Ships Entry Training will be required within the first year.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Forklift: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person