Inventory Control Assistant

University of New England, United States

Updated: about 14 hours ago
Location: Portland, MAINE
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Type Professional Staff
Faculty Track
Position Title Inventory Control Assistant
Employment Status Full Time
Months 12
Campus Portland, ME
Description
Be a part of our mission of preparing dentists that are committed to serving the underserved communities in northern New England and beyond. The College of Dental Medicine (CDM) is looking for a motivated individual with strong communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills to join our team. As an Inventory Control Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining supply inventory levels needed to meet the college’s educational goals and support core academic and patient care operations.

About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
Benefits Overview
  • Multiple health and dental plan options, plus vision coverage.
  • Up to 8% retirement plan match.
  • Generous leave time, including vacation, sick, and personal time, and 12+ holidays per year.
  • Educational benefits:
    • UNE tuition waiver for employees, spouses, and domestic partners.
    • UNE tuition waiver for dependents of employees with 1 year of full-time service.
    • 50% tuition reduction if less than 1 year of full-time service.


For more information about our outstanding benefits, please visit: UNE Benefits Overview
The expected pay range for this position is $17.21 to $18.96 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications 
Responsibilities
The Inventory Control Assistant is an entry level position reporting to the Director of Clinical Affairs. The position carries out all assigned daily administrative and operational duties related to supporting faculty and students, programs and services, and other key functions that promote the College’s academic mission in a student-centered environment.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
  • Provide administrative, communication, and organizational support
  • Maintain an organized and proper level inventory system for equipment and materials
  • Continually monitor and maintain the physical count of inventory of supplies and dental materials
  • Receive, unpack, deliver supplies/equipment; re-stock and return items as necessary
  • Assist with coordination of instrument, equipment, and handpiece maintenance/repair
  • Assist with cleaning and organization of the Simulation Clinic and adjacent laboratory space
  • Investigate problems and seek options for back ordered or out of stock items
  • Collaborate with ordering parties to ensure proper equipment and supplies are readily available for courses, patient care, and outreach events
  • Communicate professionally, effectively, and in a timely manner with all faculty, staff, students, guests, and vendors
  • Maintain a positive, safe, and professional learning environment
  • Work closely with the Simulation Coordinator for distribution of course materials/supplies and coverage needs in the Simulation Clinic
  • Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
  • Maintain current knowledge of University policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School diploma and any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Two or more years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
  • Computer skills and knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Docs
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to effectively interact with dental health care professionals, students, faculty, professional staff, vendors, and patients
  • Ability to represent the college professionally in business communications
  • Experience with computer, printer, calculator, fax machine, copy machine, and telephone operation
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service and work effectively in a diverse community
  • Must exhibit a positive attitude and maintain professional demeanor at all times
  • Inventory management software experience is helpful
  • Knowledge of dental instruments and terminology is preferred


In addition, the individual must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
EEO Statement Summary
Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities.
COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)
Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements and UNE’s health and immunization standards for dental health care personnel. Must be medically cleared, fit tested, and trained on proper respirator (N95, Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)) use.
Additional Note
This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number 2022PS0842P
Open Date 03/16/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

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