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Materials Tech

Aurora, IL · On-site

$17.05 - $23.51/hr

The Materials Management Tech I position is responsible for all duties related to the Central Supply department. An employee in the MM Tech I position may be scheduled a majority of the time in ...

Materials Tech

Aurora, IL · On-site

$17.05 - $23.51/hr

The Materials Management Tech I position is responsible for all duties related to the Central Supply department. An employee in the MM Tech I position may be scheduled a majority of the time in ...

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How much do materials management tech jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for materials management tech in the United States is $22.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a materials management tech do?

A Materials Management Tech is responsible for handling the receiving, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment within a facility, often in healthcare or manufacturing settings. Their duties include inventory management, stocking shelves, delivering materials to various departments, and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. They play a key role in ensuring that essential items are available when needed, helping operations run smoothly. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of inventory systems are important for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a materials management tech?

To thrive as a Materials Management Tech, you need knowledge of inventory control, supply chain processes, and basic computer skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management software, barcode scanners, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational abilities, and effective communication help ensure accurate tracking and timely distribution of materials. These skills are vital for maintaining efficient operations and ensuring that all departments have the necessary supplies to function smoothly.

What are some common challenges a materials management tech faces when ensuring inventory accuracy in a hospital setting?

Materials Management Techs in healthcare often encounter challenges such as managing high-demand inventory items, coordinating timely deliveries, and maintaining accurate stock levels despite last-minute requests from clinical staff. They must balance efficiency with strict compliance to safety and regulatory standards. Effective communication with nursing teams and suppliers is essential to prevent shortages or overstocking, and proficiency with inventory management systems helps streamline these processes.

What is the difference between Materials Management Tech vs Warehouse Associate?

AspectMaterials Management TechWarehouse Associate
CredentialsHigh school diploma, certifications in inventory or logisticsHigh school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentInventory rooms, supply chain facilities, warehousesWarehouses, distribution centers, storage areas
Employer & IndustryManufacturing, healthcare, retail logisticsRetail, manufacturing, distribution centers

Materials Management Tech and Warehouse Associate roles often overlap in work environment and industry usage. However, Materials Management Tech typically involves more specialized inventory control, documentation, and supply chain coordination, whereas Warehouse Associates focus on physical handling, stocking, and shipping tasks. Both roles are essential in logistics operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What cities are hiring for Materials Management Tech jobs?

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What states have the most Materials Management Tech jobs?

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Infographic showing various Materials Management Tech job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,181 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Materials Management Tech

Nemours Children's Health

Wilmington, DE • On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


Nemours Children's Health rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 87 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 891 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Nemours is seeking a Materials Management TECH (Full-Time), to join our Nemours Children's Hospital team in Wilmington, DE 

Receives, inspects, warehouses, stores, transports / delivers, issues, safeguards, accounts for, and replenishes medical material supplies and equipment at required locations in a timely fashion. Processes receipts for incoming supplies, ensures quality and quantity of materials match supporting documentation, and notes discrepancies. Performs required computer operations functions and operates material handling equipment. Applies special handling procedures for storing hazardous material, utilizes personal protection equipment as required, performs inventories and quality assurance inspections. Prepares and processes documents and transactions required, monitors requests, implements materials activities for inventory control, accounting, and management of supplies and equipment.

  • Responsible for the timely distribution/replenishment of all medical supplies and equipment.
  • Ensures all clinical equipment with an electrical component is delivered to Clinical Engineering for testing/inspection prior to delivery.
  • Performs rounding of all patient care areas / nodes to identify required materials management support.
  • Inspects all materials for possible damage, defect, or expiration and immediately reports / communicates findings and ensures discrepancies are annotated for record.
  • Identifies, processes, and tags all Capital items received in accordance with the Foundation Capital Policy.
  • Maintains appropriate communication with Managers/Associates as needed to facilitate the flow of items.
  • Responsible for regular communication with department managers to ensure that we have the most current associate listings.
  • Implements materials activities for supply/equipment inventory distribution and control; Ensures necessary corrective actions and documentation is taken.
  • Performs, organizes, and monitors medical materials management functions.
  • Prepares and validates computer input data to establish, revise, and maintain accountable records.

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma required.
  • Minimum of three (3) to six (6) month's supply/distribution experience preferred.  Materials management experience preferred.
  • Ability to be flexible with work schedule as shifts are rotational
  •  8am-4:30pm primary shift

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Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.
Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.
Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.
Learn more at Nemours.org.

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As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics, primary care practices, and school-based health centers in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children - even those who may never enter our doors - through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts.

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Health care and social assistance and hospitals

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Jacksonville, FL, US