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Supply Chain Associate - 1st Shift

  • Washington, DC, United States

$19.5 USD / hour

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$19.5 USD / hour
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English
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Job Title: Supply Chain Associate 1st ShiftJob DescriptionThe Supply Chain Associate supports hospital operations by ensuring medical and surgical supplies are accurately managed, replenished, and readily available across nursing units and other user areas. This role maintains inventory based on established par levels, processes manual supply requests, coordinates with vendors, and resolves supply issues to support continuous and safe patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Support and maintain accurate product needs, inventories, and replenishment of supplies on nursing units and other user areas based on established par levels.
  • Recognize changes in supply needs, communicate these changes promptly, and provide recommendations to the supervisor for investigation and adjustment.
  • Adapt to changing supply requirements and ensure that new or updated needs are supported in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Process all non-automated supply requests via the Order Entry System for supplemental inventory needed to replenish assigned areas.
  • Manage open shelf par cart supplies and supplemental Pyxis supplies according to unit-specific needs.
  • Ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained for medical and surgical supplies across designated areas.
  • Track and monitor supply and equipment order requests to ensure accuracy and timely fulfillment.
  • Liaise with vendors and suppliers to coordinate and ensure timely delivery of supplies and equipment.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of supply and equipment orders, including quantities, locations, and delivery status.
  • Troubleshoot supply and equipment issues, identify root causes, and resolve problems in a timely manner to minimize disruption.
  • Use RF scanners and other inventory tools to perform stocking, counting, and verification of supplies.
  • Work independently to prioritize tasks, manage workload, and maintain consistent supply availability.
  • Follow hospital procedures, safety standards, and inventory control policies while working around medical supplies and equipment.

Essential Skills

  • Demonstrated supply chain experience in a medical or hospital setting.
  • Practical knowledge of medical supplies and their usage in a healthcare environment.
  • Warehouse or stocking experience, with the ability to handle inventory, stocking, and replenishment tasks.
  • Fluency in English, with the ability to communicate clearly with supervisors, staff, and vendors.
  • Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Experience using RF scanners for inventory management, stocking, and verification.
  • Strong attention to detail when tracking, monitoring, and recording supply and equipment orders.
  • Capability to troubleshoot basic supply and equipment issues and resolve them efficiently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Hospital experience is preferred and considered an advantage.
  • Familiarity with open shelf par cart systems and Pyxis or similar automated supply systems.
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced medical environment where emergencies may occur.
  • Ability to remain organized while managing multiple supply requests and order workflows.

Why Work Here?This opportunity offers the chance to play a vital role in supporting patient care by ensuring critical medical supplies are always available. You will work in a professional healthcare environment with clear processes, defined shifts, and structured responsibilities. The role provides consistent hours, exposure to hospital operations, and the opportunity to build valuable experience in healthcare supply chain and inventory management. Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a hospital environment and involves working around medical and surgical supplies on a daily basis. The primary schedule for this role is 1st shift, typically from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with additional shift structures including 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 2nd shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 3rd shift from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The role follows a rotating weekend schedule and requires firm availability for this rotation. You will spend much of the day on your feet, moving between nursing units and supply areas, and must be comfortable standing and walking for long periods while remaining vigilant for emergencies. The environment uses RF scanners and standard warehouse and inventory tools, and involves close collaboration with clinical staff and vendors in a busy, safety-focused facility. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

  • Supply chain management
  • Troubleshoot
  • Stocking
  • Work independently
  • Prioritization
  • Inventory management
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient care
  • Collaboration

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