Distribution Associate

Olympus Corporation; Upper Macungie Township (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

On-site amenities

Job summary

Olympus Corporation in Center Valley, PA area is seeking a Distribution Associate to handle receiving, picking, packing and shipping with accuracy while maintaining inventory integrity. Responsibilities include unloading deliveries, put-away, order fulfillment, cycle counts, operation of material handling equipment, and strict adherence to GMP and CTPAT procedures.

This onsite role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a proactive approach within a global medical technology company offering

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent related work experience.
• Basic Math Skills.
• Read/Write English.
• Ability to learn Material Handling Equipment as needed. Experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret multi-digit alpha numeric part numbers/product attributes and differentiate between similar products to select appropriate product for processing throughout distribution.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to learn how to operate RF scanning device and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to work in multiple systems.
• Obtain Hazmat/ Lithium battery certification as needed.
• Able to work overtime as needed to support the business needs.

Responsibilities

• Follow requirements of Quality Management System including storage and traceability of product both inbound and outbound and report any non-conformances to leadership.
• Process incoming deliveries including unloading trucks, sorting product/shipments, palletizing or re-palletizing products, verifying against packing list, receiving and put-away to assigned location.
• Pick, pack, and ship customer orders with high accuracy and efficiency.
• Participate in physical inventories and cycle counts; follow procedures to ensure inventory integrity.
• Learn and operate various material handling equipment (manual and/or motorized) including pallet jacks and work assist vehicle; ensure equipment is safe to use.
• Complete records for equipment operation and report issues.
• Follow CTPAT and GMP guidelines; maintain a clean, safe distribution center.
• Mailroom duties as assigned and support operations as needed.
• May operate MHE to support operations.
• Maintain productivity and accuracy across processes.
• Adhere to all company policies including safety and attendance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic Math

Teamwork

RF Scanning

Multi-system navigation

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Material Handling Equipment

RF Scanning Device

Hazmat/Lithium battery cert

Job description

Working Location: Pennsylvania, Breinigsville

Workplace Flexibility: Onsite

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling.

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers .

Job Description

As a medical device organization our Distribution Associates are critical to the receiving, picking, packing and shipping of customer orders with accuracy and quality while helping to maintain inventory integrity.

Job Duties

• Responsible to follow requirements of our Quality Management System; including but not limited to requirements for acceptance criteria, storage and traceability of product both inbound and outbound and the requirement to report any non-conformances to leadership.
• Responsible for processing incoming deliveries including unloading trucks, sorting product/shipments, palletizing or re-palletizing products, confirming accuracy of incoming shipments against packing list, receiving product and put-away to assigned location.
• Responsible for picking, packing, shipping of customer orders with a high level of accuracy and efficiency, including accurately selecting products in accordance with customer order specifications.
• Participates in physical inventories and cycle count activities. Must adhere and follow written procedures to ensure inventory integrity.
• Require the ability to learn to operate various (manual and/or motorized) material handling equipment including electric and manual pallet jacks, work assist vehicle with proficiency and safety. Confirm that warehouse equipment is in good working condition before use.
• Accurately complete any records required of equipment operation. Notify supervisor or lead of any issues with warehouse equipment.
• Follow CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) procedures as outlined in security policy.
• Follow GMP (Goods Manufacturing Practice) guidelines to maintain Distribution Center in a clean and organized manner. Observing all health, safety and hygiene rules.
• Mailroom duties as assigned.
• May be asked to operate MHE (material handling equipment) as needed to support operation.
• Maintain an acceptable level of productivity and accuracy throughout each process.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures including safety and attendance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent related work experience.
• Basic Math Skills.
• Read/Write English.
• Ability to learn Material Handling Equipment as needed. Experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret multi-digit alpha numeric part numbers/product attributes and differentiate between similar products to select appropriate product for processing throughout distribution.
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to learn how to operate RF scanning device and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to work in multiple systems.
• Obtain Hazmat/ Lithium battery certification as needed.
• Able to work overtime as needed to support the business needs.

Preferred

• Preferred 0-1 year of general warehouse/distribution work experience.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on

• Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
• 12 Paid Holidays
• On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace

• Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
• Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
• Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
• Paid Educational Assistance
• US Only
• Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks .

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .

You Belong at Olympus

We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations

Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [e-mail]. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.