Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator at Owens & Minor

Kansas City, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, LogisticsIndustries

Requirements

General knowledge of basic topics such as math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc., equal to a high school diploma
Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center (a plus)
Warehouse Certification and Operations Certification (a plus)
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
Successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Dependable and able to report to work as scheduled with regular punctual attendance
Willing to learn how to use new equipment
Willing to learn WMS Technology
Ability to adhere to all Distribution Center safety rules and requirements

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
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
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

Cherry PickerPallet JackRF EquipmentVoice Pick TechnologyMaterial HandlingSortationInbound Receiving

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Distribution Teammate position?

The compensation is $19.75 per hour.

What benefits are offered to teammates at Owens & Minor?

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

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This is an on-site warehouse role involving physical tasks like operating pallet jacks and using RF equipment, with shifts Monday-Friday starting at 11am plus overtime.

What skills and experience are required for this Equipment Operator role?

A high school diploma equivalent with general knowledge of math, reading, and basic accounting is required; prior warehouse/distribution experience, Warehouse Certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with good attention to detail are preferred.

What career growth opportunities are available in this role?

Typical career progression from this role is into a Warehouse Specialist and/or Warehouse Lead, with additional opportunities like tuition reimbursement.