Inventory & Warehouse Clerk

Inventory & Warehouse Clerk

Location – Trenton, NJ

Essential Healthcare Solutions is seeking Inventory & Warehouse Clerks who are responsible for ensuring the secure and efficient flow of supplies within an ICE detention facility. This role combines hands-on warehouse duties with inventory tracking and documentation, ensuring that all materials from detainee provisions to medical and operational supplies are properly received, stored, and distributed in compliance with federal standards and facility protocols.

Responsibilities

  Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and damage.

• Organize and stock supplies in designated storage areas.
• Assist with packaging, labeling, and preparing outgoing shipments.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment.
• Track inventory levels using facility systems and manual logs.
• Conduct routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Update inventory records and assist with audits and inspections.
• Monitor expiration dates and report low-stock or obsolete items.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing materials.
• Verify shipment contents against packing lists and purchase orders.
• Assist in preparing inventory reports for supervisors and compliance teams.
• Collaborate with medical, food service, and administrative departments to fulfill supply requests.
• Communicate with vendors and delivery personnel as needed.
• Support emergency stock deployment and logistics during critical incidents.

Job Requirements

•   High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of experience in warehouse or inventory roles, preferably in institutional or government settings.
• Familiarity with inventory software and basic data entry.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs and work in a physically active environment.
• Must pass background checks and maintain security clearance.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident and have resided in the US for 3 years in the past 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

•   DHS or ICE experience
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Forklift or pallet jack certification
• Basic knowledge of ICE Performance-Based National Detention Standards (PBNDS)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Has undergone a federal investigation at the level of Tier 2 or higher; has been granted favorable suitability/eligibility and has not had a break in service for more than 24 months.
• Ability to travel.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

• Ability to ascend/descend stairs
• High-security detention facility with strict access protocols.
• Exposure to varying temperatures and physical activity.
• May require weekend shifts or emergency response availability.

Work Hours : Shifts (7 am – 4 pm; 4 pm – 12 am; 12 am – 7 am)

Salary : $29.02/hr.

Essential HealthCare Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer -

We are an equal employment and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to by Human Resources.