Material Handler - 1st Shift at Owens & Minor

Toano, 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 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

Responsibilities

Unload pallets and cases from inbound trailers and/or containers manually using the pallet jack
Accurately count, verify, and receive product using radio frequency (RF) equipment and/or Voice Pick Technology; document variances
Select products and quantities as directed by Voice Pick Technology and/or RF scanner and place items into totes on conveyor belt
Remove empty cartons from pick module as needed
Prepare sortation area by setting up pallets and carts for product
Move cartons and totes from conveyor belts and/or rollers and place on pallets and/or carts according to assigned batch
Use RF scanner to ensure that totes, pallets, and carts are loaded correctly onto trucks for customer delivery
Use pallet jack to load pallets
Follow general sequencing and process procedures
Maintain a safe and clean work environment
Follow safety policies and procedures and correct or communicate hazards to management
Place incoming merchandise into inventory
Conduct physical inventories as required
Count and perform basic math calculations
Maintain productivity and quality standards
Perform additional duties as directed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

pallet jackRF equipmentVoice Pick TechnologyRF scannerinventory managementphysical inventorysortationloadingbasic math

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Material Handler position?

The anticipated pay rate for this role is $17.00 hourly.

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.

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

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and abilities are required for the Material Handler 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 material handling equipment and WMS technology.

What makes a strong candidate for this Material Handler position?

Strong candidates have general knowledge of basic topics like math and reading, prior warehouse/distribution experience (a plus), warehouse/operations certification (a plus), and the ability to maintain productivity, quality standards, and follow safety procedures.