Inventory Clerk (Healthcare)

Jobot; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Inventory Clerk (Healthcare) in Irwindale, CA. This on-site role supports lifesaving organ and tissue donation by maintaining accurate inventory levels, coordinating deliveries, and organizing medical equipment across multiple facilities.

You will document transactions, follow FEFO/FIFO procedures, and assist audits to ensure compliance in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in inventory or logistics, experience with electronic inventory

Qualifications

• Associate degree or related healthcare training preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in inventory management, supply distribution, logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with electronic inventory management or materials management systems.
• Previous experience in healthcare, medical supply distribution, or warehouse operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment across multiple healthcare facilities.
• Coordinate the transportation, distribution, and replenishment of clinical supplies between designated locations.
• Assemble, package, and distribute medical supply kits and specialized equipment.
• Accurately document inventory transactions, supply movements, and stock levels using electronic inventory management systems.
• Receive, inspect, label, and organize incoming supplies, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Rotate inventory according to FEFO and FIFO procedures.
• Process supply requests, fulfill orders, and coordinate timely deliveries to clinical departments.
• Perform routine inventory reconciliations to maintain accurate records and minimize waste.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant warehouse and supply storage areas.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation and following established procedures.

Skills

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree or related training

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Inventory Clerk (Healthcare)

$20 - $23 per hour | Irwindale, CA | On-site | Consulting

Keep lifesaving healthcare operations moving! Join a mission-driven team where your inventory management and logistics expertise directly supports organ and tissue donation.

A bit about us:

Our client is a mission-driven healthcare organization dedicated to supporting lifesaving organ, eye, and tissue donation services. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance, they provide essential resources to clinical teams and help ensure critical medical supplies are available when and where they are needed most.

Why join us?

• Meaningful Impact: Support lifesaving healthcare services through essential supply chain operations.
• Hands-On Experience: Gain exposure to medical inventory, distribution, and logistics across multiple facilities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside dedicated clinical and operational teams.
• Professional Growth: Build valuable healthcare supply chain skills in a mission-focused organization.

Job Details

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Inventory & Distribution Technician I to support essential healthcare supply chain and distribution operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, coordinating supply deliveries, organizing medical equipment and materials, and ensuring critical supplies are readily available to clinical teams. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-driven healthcare environment. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to lifesaving medical services while gaining valuable experience in inventory management, logistics, and healthcare operations.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management & Distribution

• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies and equipment across multiple healthcare facilities.
• Coordinate the transportation, distribution, and replenishment of clinical supplies between designated locations.
• Assemble, package, and distribute medical supply kits and specialized equipment.
• Accurately document inventory transactions, supply movements, and stock levels using electronic inventory management systems.
• Receive, inspect, label, and organize incoming supplies, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Rotate inventory according to First Expired, First Out (FEFO) and First In, First Out (FIFO) procedures.
• Process supply requests, fulfill orders, and coordinate timely deliveries to clinical departments.
• Perform routine inventory reconciliations to maintain accurate records and minimize waste.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant warehouse and supply storage areas.
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate documentation and following established procedures.

Operational & Logistics Support

• Communicate regularly with clinical teams to assess supply needs and address inventory-related requests.
• Assist with transporting medical equipment, supplies, and materials between facilities.
• Support fleet operations, including vehicle transportation, refueling, and coordination of maintenance activities.
• Assist biomedical teams with equipment transfers, temperature monitoring devices, and routine equipment testing.
• Support the safe handling, movement, and replacement of medical gas and air cylinders.
• Collaborate with internal departments to coordinate logistics and special projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, operational efficiency, and resource utilization.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow established healthcare safety protocols, inventory procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Participate in required workplace safety training and departmental meetings.
• Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling medical supplies and equipment.
• Support quality control initiatives and maintain professional standards of conduct.
• Assist with additional operational responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Preferred Education & Experience

• Associate degree or completion of a Surgical Technologist, EMT, or related healthcare training program preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in inventory management, supply distribution, logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with electronic inventory management or materials management systems.
• Previous experience in healthcare, medical supply distribution, or warehouse operations is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and familiarity with electronic inventory systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory records and documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to operational efficiency.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of workplace safety procedures and inventory control practices.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and push or pull equipment weighing up to 150 pounds.
• Comfortable performing physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and repetitive movements.
• Ability to safely operate equipment and handle medical supplies in accordance with established procedures.
• Potential exposure to blood or bodily fluids, requiring adherence to established safety protocols and use of appropriate PPE.
• Frequent travel between healthcare facilities using a company-provided vehicle.
• Valid California driver's license and current vehicle insurance meeting state minimum requirements.
• Reliable transportation and ability to pass applicable background screening requirements.

Work Schedule

• Full-time position, typically 40 hours per week.
• Assigned schedules may vary depending on operational and staffing needs.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or overtime as required.
• Periodic after-hours availability to support urgent operational needs.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.