Equipment Operator; 6PM at Owens & Minor

Ashland, Virginia, 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
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 or greater than 50 lbs. in a team lift
Must be able to safely use a step ladder or stool to reach area shelves
Must be able to safely wear steel-toed protective footwear in accordance with OSHA General Industry standard
Must be able to safely use a provided box cutter
Must be able to move up and down multi-level stairways safely
Must be able to clearly communicate (speak and understand) in English to operate voice-pick technology

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 scannerVoice Pick Technologywarehouse operationsinventory managementsortationloadingphysical inventory

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Equipment Operator position?

The anticipated pay rate is $19.00 per hour plus an 8% shift differential.

What benefits are offered to Owens & Minor 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 skills and abilities are required for this role?

Required skills include ability to apply common sense to follow instructions, work in a fast-paced team environment, good attention to detail, dependability with punctual attendance, and willingness to learn new material handling equipment and WMS technology.

Is prior warehouse experience required for this Equipment Operator job?

Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center is a plus but not required; general knowledge of basic topics like math, reading, and typing is needed.

What are the additional requirements to be hired for this position?

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check, and be able to frequently work unsc (likely referring to unscheduled or extended shifts based on context).