We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Inventory Associate to support the accuracy, organization, and efficiency of our supply chain operations. This role plays a key part in maintaining optimal inventory levels by tracking stock, conducting cycle counts, resolving discrepancies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability and minimize disruptions. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Pay & Benefits:

• Compensation: $20.07 to $28.90 hourly wage based on experience and education
• Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs 
• Full-time, DAYS, 40 Hours per week, weekend days included.

Responsible for the proper care of centralized equipment within the Supply Chain Department, including equipment quality assessment, receiving, cleaning, storing, packing, and distributing throughout the hospital system.

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

1. Cleans, stores, packs, and distributes all centralized equipment. Assesses equipment quality upon receipt. Tests and maintains central equipment inventory to ensure proper functionality. Trains Supply Chain Staff on proper equipment processes and procedures. Maintains appropriate logs and records relating to distribution and cleaning.

2. Prepares all order requests for replacement parts, as necessary, or upon request from the department. Determines the priority level equipment requests and other hospital needs. Directs services in a competent and professional manner while assuring priorities are completed in a timely manner.

3. Liaises with Engineering on equipment repairs or replacements. Stores, assesses current inventory, and distributes equipment according to department protocol, the manufacturer�s recommendations, and hospital policy.

4. Maintains a clean and safe environment by adhering to Standard Precautions and Infection Control practices. Wears proper Personnel Protective equipment (PPE), follows protocols for decontamination process referencing Instructions for Use (IFU) supplied by the manufacturers.

5. Resolves and investigates issues regarding centralized equipment within the Supply Chain Department. Interacts with the customer, department, and vendor support to facilitate problem resolution. Documents interactions and escalates issues as necessary.  

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. Must possess mechanical aptitude with the ability to break down moving parts, clean, test, and assess equipment.

Must demonstrate excellent face-to-face customer service. Must have the ability to keep detailed records, as well as prioritize and organize daily work. Must have the ability to follow oral and written directions as they relate to the functions listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two years industry experience.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer;  q qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.