Inventory Specialist Operator

Rotech Healthcare Inc.•Murray, KY

About The Position

Rotech Healthcare Inc. is seeking a dedicated Inventory Specialist Operator for its Murray Distribution Center. The position ensures accurate entry, coordination, and management of warehouse physical activity in the Company’s Warehouse and Patient Management systems. It handles warehouse and business transactions that support distribution-center operations and the accurate, timely supply of products to the Company’s patients. The role processes inventory receipts and returns, maintains alignment between physical inventory and Warehouse Management System records, performs inventory counts, and supports the movement of products through the warehouse to the pick-pack-ship line. The operator uses forklifts and other material-handling equipment, records product movements using barcode scanners and other data-entry methods, and works with coworkers, management, vendors, and other departments. The position is primarily indoors in a warehouse and office environment, with some outdoor work potentially required. Travel is not required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to accurately perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Ability to interpret verbal, non-verbal, written, listening, and visual communications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and caution when handling sensitive information.
Multitasking ability and attention to detail.
Self-motivation, organization, time-management, and deductive problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, use a handheld barcode scanner, enter data, and use a computer and select WMS functions.
Ability to use material-handling equipment, email, the internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as office equipment such as a fax machine, copier, printer, phone, computer, and/or tablet.
Ability to lift individual boxes, move product pallets using a hand truck, access products using approved safety stairs, and read small print on forms and product labels.
Ability to walk and work on one’s feet for extended periods, and to sit, walk, stand, talk, and listen.
Close vision sufficient to read small print on a computer and/or tablet and paperwork.
Employment is contingent on applicable background screening, drug screening, healthcare-facility credentialing, and a valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record, where applicable to the position.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Experience with medical equipment.
Experience in the medical field, distribution, or inventory management.
One year of related work experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

Receive, enter, and put away inventory accurately and on time.
Process and document product returns according to established procedures.
Assist with providing information needed to process invoices for payment.
Communicate with team members, management, vendors, and other departments to address questions and concerns in a timely manner.
Build working relationships with peers and other departments.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
Maintain accuracy between physical inventory quantities and Warehouse Management System (WMS) quantities.
Operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts to support inventory needs.
Perform cycle counts and periodic physical inventory counts.
Move products within the warehouse and help ensure orderly, uninterrupted product flow to the pick-pack-ship line.
Practice safe work habits and help ensure a safe work environment.
Record product movements in the WMS using barcode-scanning devices and other data-entry methods.
Understand the integrations and dependencies between warehouse operations, processes, and the WMS.
Work with the team to meet daily warehouse management, accuracy, and shipment goals.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Overtime pay for non-exempt positions, as applicable.
Bonus and incentive opportunities.
Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement, as applicable.
Employee discount and recognition programs.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care FSA.
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance, disability coverage, accidental death coverage, identity protection, and legal services.
Meru Health mental health and Mercer SmartConnect Medicare programs.
Livongo Diabetes and High Blood Pressure programs.
Healthcare Bluebook and RX Savings Solutions programs.
Hepatitis B and TB vaccinations.