Inventory Associate

Foundation Health•Fairbanks, AK

4d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Inventory Associate to support the accuracy, organization, and efficiency of our supply chain operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining optimal inventory levels by tracking stock, conducting cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and minimize disruptions. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. Responsible for the proper care of centralized equipment within the Supply Chain Department, including equipment quality assessment, receiving, cleaning, storing, packing, and distributing throughout the hospital system. About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

Requirements

Requires reading, writing and mathematical skills at a level normally evidenced by a high school diploma.
An understanding of inventory management tasks and the ability to work effectively with a computer based inventory management system.
Requires accurate data entry and keyboarding skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, the ability to read and interpret supply requisitions and equipment directions.
Must have demonstrated effective customer service skills.
Positions in Food Service area must be able to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests as required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with medical supplies or food supplies (as applicable) and/or hospital services is strongly preferred and may be required for some work assignments.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Takes a daily inventory of assigned supply storage area and/or clinical department supplies (Par Carts), requisitions and restocks supplies to par levels.
Rotates stock and maintains a clean and orderly storage area in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Monitors usage, creates utilization reports, consults with clinical supply liaison or appropriate department staff, recommend changes to inventory and par levels.
Assists with the procurement of special supply needs and may assist assigned department with the procurement of equipment.
Acts as a knowledge resource for clinical or other related staff in the area of supply methods and goods.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.