Warehouse Specialist
Care Access Research
Operations
Albany, NY, USA
Posted on May 30, 2025
What We Do
Care Access is a unique, multi-specialty network of research sites that operates as one connected team of physician investigators, nurse coordinators, and operations managers.
Who We Are
We care. Our people are the engines behind our mission: to revolutionize access to clinical trials for the benefit of patients everywhere. We care for one another, find new ideas to accelerate medicine, and seed a long-term impact for generations.
Position Overview
The Warehouse Specialist will be responsible for performing an array of duties such as receiving and processing incoming/outgoing stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, packing and shipping orders, organizing warehouse materials, and retrieving stock and other equipment from offsite locations. The Warehouse Specialist will ensure accuracy of all stock entering our Warehouse Management System (WMS). This position will also perform some technical aspects such as trouble shooting systems and possibly diagnosing issues with equipment. This position will also assist in other duties as assigned by the warehouse Manager.
What You'll Be Working On (Duties include but are not limited to):
- Inventory Management:
- Receiving and inspecting incoming shipments to verify contents and condition.
- Using mobile devices to accurately store and organize inventory in designated locations.
- Maintaining up-to-date and accurate inventory records, including restock levels and system updates.
- Performing regular cycle counts and making inventory adjustments as needed.
- Organizing and stocking inventory with precision, based on size, type, and categorization.
- Tagging and labeling merchandise in accordance with company standards and project requirements.
- Order Fulfillment:
- Accurately fulfilling orders in a timely manner to meet internal and external deadlines.
- Warehouse Operations:
- Following standardized procedures to safely box, pack, and prepare merchandise for outbound shipments.
- Operating and performing routine checks on warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Communication and Coordination:
- Centering accurate data into warehouse management and logistics systems, ensuring compliance with internal processes.
- Generating inventory and shipment reports and supporting warehouse audits as required.
- Other Responsibilities:
- Administrative tasks, such as preparing paperwork or entering data.
- Train new team members on warehouse procedures
- Overseeing the loading and unloading of trucks
- Occasional movement of fleet vehicles within 30 miles of warehouse
Physical and Travel Requirements
- The role requires the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach overhead, and climb ladders as needed to perform essential job duties. Candidates must be able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and frequently handle items over 50 pounds using appropriate lifting equipment and safety protocols.
- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment, including rolling carts, dollies, pallet jacks, and mechanical pallet stackers (e.g., walking stackers), as required for daily tasks.
- Proficiency in using additional equipment and tools, including hand tools for assembling shelving units and installing appliances, as well as laptops or mobile devices for routine data entry and inventory management tasks.
- Travel: Not required for this role
What You Bring (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage time and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in documentation and inventory control.
- Physical capability to safely lift, carry, and move heavy objects as required by the role.
- Hands-on experience operating warehouse equipment and working with inventory management software or WMS (Warehouse management system).
- Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Self-motivated and reliable, with the ability to work both independently and as a proactive team member.
Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience:
- High School Diploma
- 2 years of experience as a Warehouse Worker
- Valid Drivers License
Benefits (US Full-Time Employees Only)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Paid Holidays
- 100% Employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Bi-weekly HSA employer contribution
- Company paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan, with Company Match
Diversity & Inclusion
We serve patients and researchers from diverse cultures and communities around the world. We are stronger and better when we build a team representing the people we aim to support. We maintain an inclusive culture where people from a broad range of backgrounds feel valued and respected as they contribute to our mission. We value diversity and believe that unique contributions drive our success.
At Care Access, every day, we are advancing medical breakthroughs. We’re uniting standard patient care with cutting-edge treatments and research. Our work brings life-changing therapies to those in need and paves the way for newer and greater treatments to reach the world. We’re proud to advance these breakthroughs and work with the big players while engaging with the
physicians and caring for patients.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Care Access is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
