Inventory Associate (1st Shift)

Cardinal Health•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Associate performs inventory management and replenishment of medical and surgical supplies at assigned locations at UNMC Hospital. The role supports timely and accurate customer orders by tracking inventory accuracy, receiving and verifying shipments, maintaining stock locations, and responding to low-stock or quality concerns. Duties also include inventory rotation, expiration monitoring, product recall management, and related documentation. The associate uses Pyxis and CIMs systems and collaborates with clinical nurse managers, logistics teams, and nursing staff. This is an onsite, first-shift position scheduled Monday through Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., or until completion. Flexibility to work overtime, including on short notice, is required. The position requires standing, walking long distances, bending, lifting or moving products up to 50 pounds, and pushing or pulling loads up to 200 pounds. Customer/vendor credentialing, which may include vaccinations, is required. The role applies acquired knowledge and skills to standard assignments, follows established procedures and quality guidelines, learns new methods, and works under a moderate degree of supervision. Complex or unusual problems are referred to a supervisor. The position is paid $19.00 per hour and is not bonus eligible.

Requirements

Basic proficiency in English, including the ability to read and write in English.
Ability to stand, walk long distances, bend, and routinely lift or move products weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push or pull loads of up to 200 pounds.
Ability to work overtime as needed, including on short notice.
Customer/vendor credentialing is required and may include vaccinations.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and maintain strong organization and attention to detail.
Strong communication and analytical skills and ability to support accurate documentation are preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
Ability to collaborate as a team player and work independently as needed.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience preferred.
One to two years of experience in inventory management, retail stocking, or related inventory control functions preferred.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in inventory management, retail stocking, or related inventory control functions.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.
Strong communication and analytical skills with the ability to support accurate documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

Perform daily inventory management and replenish medical and surgical supplies across assigned locations.
Receive and verify incoming supply orders against shipment and receiving reports.
Use Pyxis and CIMs systems to restock inventory and perform inventory tracking functions.
Maintain stock locations through inventory rotation, expiration monitoring, product recall management, organization, and cleanliness.
Monitor inventory levels and respond promptly to low stock or quality concerns.
Collaborate with clinical nurse managers, logistics teams, and nursing staff to support operational needs.
Process returns and recalls related to distributed products and complete necessary paperwork.
Safely lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull loads of up to 200 pounds.
Work overtime as needed, including on short notice.