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Distribution Associates/Equipment Operators
Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company dedicated to supporting healthcare providers and advancing patient care. With more than 15,000 teammates serving over 4,000 healthcare customers worldwide, we help deliver the products andservices healthcare professionals rely on every day.
We are hiring full-time Distribution Associates/Equipment Operators to support frontline healthcare workers by ensuring critical medical products are accurately received, picked, and shipped.
Pay: $18.00 per hour plus 8% shift differential
- Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM until finish, off Saturday and Sunday
- Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM until finish, off Saturday and Sunday
- Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 AM until finish, off Tuesday and Saturday
- Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, 9:00 AM until finish, off Monday and Friday
Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits are available on Day 1 of employment with no waiting period)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Training
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Job Summary
The Distribution Associate/Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating material handling equipment and supporting warehouse operations including receiving, picking, loading, inventory control, and order fulfillment in a fast-paced distribution environment.
Responsibilities
- Operate material handling equipment including cherry pickers, reach trucks, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks
- Unload inbound trailers and containers using pallet jacks and equipment
- Accurately receive, pick, and verify products using RF scanners and Voice Pick Technology
- Load and stage pallets, totes, and cartons for shipment
- Move products throughout the warehouse using conveyors, carts, and pallet jacks
- Maintain inventory accuracy and document discrepancies
- Prepare pallets and carts for outbound shipments
- Follow warehouse procedures, productivity standards, and safety guidelines
- Conduct physical inventory counts as needed
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Previous material handling equipment experience required
- Experience operating cherry pickers, reach trucks, stand-up/sit-down forklifts, or electric pallet jacks required
- Warehouse or distribution center experience preferred
- RF scanner and Voice Pick Technology experience preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
- Basic math and reading skills
- Willingness to learn warehouse management systems and new equipment
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
- Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on concrete floors
- Ability to frequently squat, kneel, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds individually or heavier items with team assistance
- Ability to safely operate equipment at heights up to 35 feet
- Ability to climb stairs and safely use ladders or stools
- Must wear required steel-toed footwear and follow OSHA safety standards
- Ability to communicate clearly in English to operate voice-pick systems and follow safety procedures
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.