Material Expediter

About the role

The Material Expediter is responsible for coordinating and expediting the movement of medical and non‑medical supplies and equipment within the warehouse and distribution areas to ensure timely delivery to the appropriate locations. This role involves verifying shipments, managing inventory, and collaborating with warehouse personnel to maintain an efficient supply chain while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and DHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials, supplies, and equipment between storage and operational areas.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy, ensuring proper documentation and routing to the correct locations or end users.
• Process and route Class VIII medical materials, including controlled substances, temperature‑sensitive medical products (TSMP), and hazardous materials, in accordance with BAMC and manufacturer guidelines.
• Utilize automated systems such as bar‑code scanners, handheld terminals, and government database management systems to track and manage inventory.
• Assist with inventory control by conducting location surveys, rotating stock, and reconciling discrepancies in automated tracking systems.
• Identify and remove expired or unserviceable medical/surgical expendable supplies in coordination with Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) personnel.
• Maintain proper documentation and ensure compliance with DHA policies and procedures related to material handling and distribution.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment as required to facilitate material movement.
• Monitor and report on material shortages, delivery delays, or discrepancies to management for resolution.
• Support logistics operations by preparing materials for shipment, loading/unloading trucks, and staging supplies for distribution.
• Assist in organizing storage areas and optimizing space utilization.
• Support periodic inventory audits and reconciliations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel to associated medical facilities within a 40‑mile radius of BAMC (0‑15% of time).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Familiarity with Windows‑based computer applications, navigation, and usage.
• Experience with DMLSS and Pyxis software (highly preferred).
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• At least one (1) year experience in medical logistics, warehouse operations, or material handling.
• Ability to pass client background screening for security clearance.
• Documentation of eligibility to work in the United States without employer‑sponsored visa.
• Acceptable identification for federal facility access (REAL ID‑compliant driver’s license/ID, U.S. passport, or other approved federal ID) valid for the duration of employment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift and government driver’s license (to operate government vehicles >4 tons up to 5 tons, max 6 wheels).
• Within 30 days of start, provide immunization records: tetanus/diphtheria booster, hepatitis B immunity test/vaccine series, measles and rubella immunity or MMR vaccination, annual TB screening (Mantoux), and annual influenza immunization.

Pay

$23.40 per hour plus $4.93 per hour Health & Welfare (H&W) benefit. Position is non‑exempt.

Schedule

Shifts are Monday‑Friday, 0500‑1700, with an 8.5‑ to 9‑hour workday. Each shift includes a 30‑ or 60‑minute unpaid lunch. Shifts are assigned by the site lead.

Benefits

• 401K employer matching
• PTO (vacation eligibility governed by the Service Contract Act)
• Sick leave
• 11 paid Federal holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Employer‑paid AD&D insurance
• Employee‑paid voluntary benefits
• Employee development resources

Work Environment

The work environment includes frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, occasional work in high or precarious places, occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, occasional radiation exposure, regular vibration, and loud noise typical of a metal manufacturing warehouse or large earth‑moving equipment.

Physical Requirements

While performing duties, the employee is occasionally required to sit and frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and moves up to 50 lb. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.