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Surgical Supply Tech II, Full Time, 2nd shift

Children's Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI · Full time

Posted Mar 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you kept a supply area clean and organized when it was busy.

What they are checking: Whether they keep standards up under pressure, which matters for infection prevention.

How do you give good customer service to clinical departments that depend on you?

What they are checking: Whether they see nurses and techs as customers and follow up on requests.

What would you do

A surgical team needs an item before a case starts and it is not on the shelf. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they move quickly, know backup sources and communicate clearly with the team waiting.

This is a casual role that may cover different shifts. How do you get up to speed quickly when you have not worked in a while?

What they are checking: Whether they can step in reliably on short notice without needing a full re-training.

You follow the Supply Chain Lead and help train others. How would you show a new tech your routine?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain their work clearly and model good habits for others.

What would you do if you noticed one department using far more of an item than usual?

What they are checking: Whether they flag unusual usage to find waste, errors or a real change in need.

About the work

How do you review par levels and usage to decide whether a supply room is stocked right?

What they are checking: Whether they use actual usage data to adjust stock instead of just refilling what is empty.

What does bin optimization mean to you, and how have you done it?

What they are checking: Whether they can set up storage so staff find items fast and stock rotates properly.

How would you handle a manufacturer recall for an item used in procedures?

What they are checking: Whether they pull every affected item quickly and document it so nothing reaches a patient.

What experience do you have with ordering, receiving and stocking in a hospital or warehouse?

What they are checking: Whether they already know the basic flow of materials or will need training from scratch.

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The full job description

As published by Children's Wisconsin.

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ 🌟 Supply Chain Technician – Invasive Services Become an essential part of the team that keeps critical clinical areas running seamlessly. Under the direction of Supply Chain Leadership, you’ll support Surgical Services, the Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and the Surgicenter by ensuring supplies are ordered, received, stocked, and delivered with precision. Your work directly supports patient care and the clinicians who depend on you every day. 🛠️ What You’ll Do • Perform accurate, timely replenishment and distribution of supplies using the materials management system. • Organize, label, and maintain supply locations to meet clinical needs and support inventory control standards. • Deliver supplies—including disposables, implants, grafts, tissue, and minor equipment—on schedule and monitor usage to ensure availability. • Rotate products to reduce expirations and maintain complete documentation for all ordered, received, and returned items. • Understand the full lifecycle of supply movement—from sourcing to usage and replenishment. • Conduct perpetual inventory counts, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate quantities in par areas. • Maintain a clean, orderly, and efficient work environment. 📦 Legacy Responsibilities • Verify product condition, catalog numbers, quantities, sizes, and expiration dates. • Track supply data such as backorders, recalls, lot numbers, and manufacturer details. • Pick and assemble case carts based on pick lists and doctor preference cards; communicate shortages and collaborate with Sterile Processing and Supply Chain Consultants. • Restock unused surgical supplies and transport case carts to OR locations. • Participate in on‑call rotation as needed (may apply to casual employees). • 🌙 3rd Shift Only: Fulfill phone/computer orders for blood, specimens, equipment, supplies, and linen; prioritize STAT, ROUTINE, and TIMED requests; complete documentation; maintain cart‑restocking skills; initiate warehouse on‑call procedures when needed. 🎓 What You Bring Education • Associate’s degree required. Experience • 2+ years of relevant experience required. • Experience with automated MMIS systems strongly preferred. • Familiarity with PeopleSoft MMIS, Par Excellence, Q‑Sight, or similar systems is a plus. Skills & Abilities • Strong critical thinking, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while communicating clearly and professionally. • Comfortable working discreetly around patients, visitors, and clinical staff. • Proficient with supply management tools such as hand trucks, dollies, balers, handheld scanners, computers, and barcode printers. • High sense of accountability, service orientation, and responsiveness to the fast pace of surgical services. • Strong situational awareness and attention to detail. 📌 Additional Information • This job description outlines key responsibilities but is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned. • Employment is at‑will and does not constitute a contract. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses:

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