Warehouse Specialist

About the role

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices.

The Warehouse Specialist will provide services and support to the Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC).

Responsibilities

The essential job functions include:

• Providing assistance in the development of receiving, storing, selecting, and shipping medical and non-medical supplies and equipment.
• Loading and unloading materials, checking, assembling, and processing documents, and routing materials and equipment to correct locations or customers.
• Processing shipments of materiel by verifying correct item received and utilizing automated systems.
• Verifying that shipment is routed to appropriate end user.
• Identifying, processing, and routing sensitive Class VIII materiel to include controlled substances, flammable, corrosive, and temperature-sensitive medical products (TSMP) in a timely manner according to manufacturer shipping instructions and hospital policy (BAMC TSMP 40-216).
• Warehousing, locating, accessing, loading, and moving material for distribution and assisting in verifying or preparing documents either manually or by using automated equipment such as computer terminals and handheld terminals to read, store, track, and prepare material documentation.
• Laying out storage space, establishing item locations, determining organization and arrangement of stock, and identifying high and low usage items according to organization regulations and procedures.
• Using government automated systems (e.g., computer terminals, bar code wands, and laser scanners) to read, store, inquire, route, track, and verify data.
• Performing duties while standing on hard surfaces for 8 hours at a time, bending, stooping, and working in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions.
• Lifting and carrying items that weigh up to 40 pounds and maneuvering push or slide items for proper positioning.

In accordance with DHA and local policies, the Warehouse Specialist will also:

• Perform location surveys and row maintenance to reconcile inventory with automated system.
• Rotate stock to prevent loss of inventory and prepare placards with barcode labels as required.
• Remove expired or incorrect product from the shelf.
• Coordinate with Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QA/QC) personnel for proper stratification and destruction of all Class VIII unserviceable medical/surgical expendable supplies received from the customer and identified from inventory.
• Report to government officials all personnel not assigned to the Warehouse and Material Management into and throughout controlled area.
• Perform Quality Control checks on inventory pulled from stock to ensure inventory accuracy is in accordance with DHA Procedures Manual 6430.03 and DHA Technical Manual.
• Provide overall Logistics support to supported activities and operate government vehicles and forklift with valid equipment operating certifications and licensure.

Qualifications

The necessary skills and knowledge include:

• Being a self-starter with a “can-do” attitude.
• Excellent problem solver who sees solutions instead of obstacles.
• Maintaining appropriate and timely responses with team members.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Contractor must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. in the performance of tasks.

The minimum qualifications are:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1-year experience in logistics operations.
• Ability to successfully pass an employment background check.
• Must be a US citizen.

Contract personnel must also meet specific medical requirements, including:

• Receiving a general physical examination prior to commencement of services and as a condition of contract services.
• Completing a primary series of immunization with tetanus and diphtheria toxoids and receiving a booster dose within the past 10 years.
• Providing documentation of immunity to the hepatitis (Type B) virus or completing an immunization series with a Hepatitis-B vaccine.
• Providing serologic evidence of immunity to measles and rubella or documentation of immunization with measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
• Providing serologic evidence of immunity to varicella or documented history of illness or immunization.
• Receiving the current influenza immunization annually as a condition of contract services.

Preferred Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Pay And Benefits

The hourly pay range for this position is $22.40 to $23.40. Goldbelt offers a competitive base salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.