Warehouse Specialist

Job Title: Warehouse Specialist
Work Location: Hempstead County
Division/Department: Supply Chain and Logistics

Pafford Medical Services is hiring a Warehouse Specialist to support our central warehouse operations. This is an entry-level position with full training provided—a great opportunity to build a career in medical supply logistics. Our Warehouse personnel are responsible for ensuring our EMS operations are stocked and ready by receiving shipments and managing inventory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, verify, and properly store incoming inventory, supplies, and equipment shipments.
• Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for distribution to EMS stations, field units, and other operational locations.
• Coordinate the ordering of supplies and materials by placing orders with approved vendors and monitoring order status to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and appropriate stock levels utilizing the organization's inventory management system.
• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment in accordance with company policies and safety standards; obtain and maintain forklift certification as required.
• Organize, stock, and replenish warehouse shelving and storage areas to promote operational efficiency, accessibility, and workplace safety.
• Perform data entry and maintain inventory-related records, documentation, and transaction logs with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory audits to ensure inventory accuracy and accountability.
• Provide logistical and warehouse support during special events, emergency operations, disaster response efforts, and other organizational deployments as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment while ensuring compliance with all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Maintains strict compliance with all Pafford’s Policies & Procedures as well as those set forth by state and federal programs.
• May perform other related duties or task as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Current forklift certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Basic computer proficiency
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in inventory control and recordkeeping.
• Must be reliable, dependable, and possess the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills, processes, and technologies.
• Ability and willingness to deploy in support of special events, emergency operations, and disaster response efforts as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to perform repetitive physical movements, including bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and lifting.
• Ability to work in a warehouse environment and safely navigate storage areas, shelving, and loading zones.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment and perform physical tasks associated with receiving, stocking, and distributing inventory.

Schedule

• Full Time, Day Shift
• Occasional deployment for special events and emergency operations.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified.