Equipment Operator - Join our Talent Pool at Owens & Minor

Flower Mound, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Logistics, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

General knowledge of basic topics (math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc.)
Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center (a plus)
Warehouse/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
Dependable and able to report to work as scheduled/have 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
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

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 TechnologyRF ScannerWarehouse PickingPackingSortationInbound Receiving

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Equipment Operator position?

The anticipated pay rate for this role is $18.50 per hour.

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 are the shift hours for this Equipment Operator role?

The shift is Monday through Friday from 10am until completion.

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

General knowledge of basic topics like math, reading, and basic accounting is needed, along with the ability to apply common sense to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions. Prior warehouse/distribution center experience and warehouse/operations certification are a plus.

What makes a strong candidate for the Equipment Operator role?

Candidates with prior warehouse or distribution center experience and warehouse/operations certification stand out, along with strong basic skills in math, reading, and following instructions.