Storekeeper

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

Job Overview

This position is responsible for receiving merchandise, unloading or unpacking it, stocking shelves, and helping place orders within the Food and Nutrition Department. Responsible for labeling and dating and proper rotation of product.

What We Offer

Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one

403(b) retirement with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-campus parking

Career growth opportunities

Guaranteed hours and set schedule

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: 40 Hours - Tuesday - Saturday, 7am - 3:30pm with rotating holidays.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Some related experience in warehousing or stocking.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. One (1) year related experience in warehousing or stocking.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Verifies and keeps records on incoming and outgoing shipments and prepares items for shipment.

2. Receives, lifts, moves, stores, issues, counts, sorts, weighs and verifies items on requisitions or invoices.

3. Receives and processes a wider variety of incoming freight, including food, stationery supplies, chemicals, electronic equipment, and other materials on a daily basis across perimeter buildings and according to priority.

4. Compares incoming and outgoing shipments to bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records to verify information.

5. Unpacks and examines incoming shipments, rejects damaged items, records shortages, and corresponds with shipper to rectify damages and shortages. Follows HACCP procedures for food receiving.

6. Fills orders, issues supplies from stock and rotates stock to ensure freshness. Uses FIFO method of rotation.

7. Resolves delivery problems using a computerized account payable/purchasing system or vendor systems.

8. Assembles and delivers food and non -food requisitions as needed.

9. Assists with delivering and re-stocking of beverage coolers in cafeteria on a daily basis.

10. Assists in weekly and monthly food and non-food department inventorying.

11. Assists in placing vendor order as directed or delegated.

12. Prepares assets for distribution, including transportation and storage.

13. Returns damaged items or other items to vendors that do not meet Hospital /Department specifications.

14. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of storage areas, food racks in all storage and walk-ins on a daily and weekly basis.

15. Provides security for all stock in the storeroom and/or refrigerator/freezer.

16. May move or transport materials or supplies to other departments using hand or industrial trucks.

17. Follows all safety requirements of hospital, department, local, state and federal jurisdictions. Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments. Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated.

18. Complies with all Hospital / Department HACCP/OSHA, and/ or local policies and procedures related to all assigned work.

19. Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.

About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

Magnet Designation:
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital withMagnet Recognitionfor excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.