Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator - Apply Now for Future Opportunities! at Owens & Minor

Grimes, Iowa, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Logistics, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

General knowledge of basic topics (math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc.)
Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center (preferred)
Warehouse/Operations certification (preferred)
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment and meet performance standards/individual performance goals
Good attention to detail
Dependable with regular punctual attendance
Willingness to learn how to use new material handling equipment
Willingness to learn WMS Technology
Ability to adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures for safety rules and requirements received in training
Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Ability to frequently work unscheduled overtime hours with minimal notice
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
For some functions, must be able to operate forklift and pick items as high as 35 feet in the air
Must be able to stand and walk on concrete warehouse floors for long periods of time
Must be able to squat and kneel often, and lift up to 50 lbs. individually

Responsibilities

Unloads pallets and cases from inbound trailers and/or containers manually using the pallet jack
Accurately counts, verifies, and receives product using radio frequency (RF) equipment and/or Voice Pick Technology; documents variances
Selects products and quantities as directed by Voice Pick Technology and/or RF scanner and places items into totes on conveyor belt
Removes empty cartons from pick module as needed
Prepares sortation area by setting up pallets and carts for product
Moves cartons and totes from conveyor belts and/or rollers and places on pallets and/or carts according to assigned batch
Uses RF scanner to ensure that totes, pallets, and carts are loaded correctly onto trucks for customer delivery
Uses pallet jack to load pallets
Follows general sequencing and process procedures
Maintains a safe and clean work environment
Follows safety policies and procedures and corrects or communicates hazards to management
Places incoming merchandise into inventory
Conducts physical inventories as required
Counts and performs basic math calculations
Maintains productivity and quality standards
Performs additional duties as directed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Pallet JackRF EquipmentVoice Pick TechnologyOrder PickingPackingReceivingSortationBin Replenishment

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for this Distribution Teammate position?

The anticipated pay rate is $19.75 per hour plus shift differential for the second shift.

What are the work schedules for this role?

The schedules are Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm plus overtime or Monday-Friday 4pm-12:30am plus overtime. This is a full-time position.

What skills and experience are required for this equipment operator role?

General knowledge of basic topics like math, reading, basic accounting, and typing is required. Prior warehouse/distribution center experience and warehouse/operations certification are a plus. Key abilities include using RF equipment, Voice Pick Technology, pallet jacks, counting, and maintaining productivity standards.

What benefits does Owens & Minor offer to teammates?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first working day, 401(k) eligibility after one year of service, employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

What makes a strong candidate for this Distribution Teammate position?

Candidates with prior warehouse or distribution center experience, warehouse/operations certification, and familiarity with RF equipment, Voice Pick Technology, and safe material handling will stand out.