Distribution Associate needed in Covington, GA. This is primarily a manual labor role - associates will be manually emptying 18-wheeler trucks, with only minimal forklift use. Not a straight forklift position; candidates must be open to hands-on manual work.
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- Unload inbound trucks manually, verify quantities, and stack boxes onto defined pallet patterns
- Locate pallets and materials into racks and bin locations using safe lifting techniques
- Accept and verify materials (catalog numbers, lot numbers, quantities, expiration dates) per incoming procedures
- Complete inventory transactions using RF/data collection scanners
- Assemble sterilization loads per palletization diagrams and place biological indicators as required
- Maintain an organized, compliant work area per quality system procedures
- Operate material handling equipment (MHE) as needed, including occasional forklift use
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- 0-5 years - 1 year of relevant experience preferred; MHE/forklift experience preferred but must be open to manual labor as the primary task
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- Ability to obtain forklift certification
- General warehousing knowledge and ability to read/interpret manufacturing documents
- RF scanner and MHE operation
- Basic analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills