Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator

Halyard Health; Hebron (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator to join their dynamic team in Hebron, KY. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient operation of the warehouse, from unloading shipments to accurately picking and packing products. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating dependability and a keen attention to detail. With a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, you will contribute to the seamless delivery of essential healthcare products. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) eligibility after one year

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• General knowledge of basic topics like math and reading is essential.
• Prior warehouse experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Unload and process inbound shipments accurately and efficiently.
• Pick, pack, and load products according to customer specifications.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment following all safety protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Common sense understanding

Ability to work in a team

Dependability and punctuality

Willingness to learn new equipment

Basic math skills

Education

General knowledge of basic topics (math, reading)

Prior experience in a warehouse/distribution center

Warehouse/Operations certification

Tools

RF scanner

Voice Pick Technology

Material Handling Equipment

Pallet jack

Job description

Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator

Distribution Teammate - Equipment Operator

Apply locations Hebron, KY time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ_24_20736

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do.

Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.

Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
• 401(k), eligibility after one year of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Performs warehouse tasks within the facility, primarily without the use of Material Handling Equipment (cherry picker, reach truck, double reach, sit down forklift, motorized pallet jack, etc.). Unloads, receives, and processes inbound shipments. Performs bin replenishment, moves product around the distribution center to ensure efficient processing, and prepares pick locations. Accurately picks, packs, sorts and loads outbound products in accordance with customer specifications. Ensures warehouse functions are completed safely, accurately, and on-time within company standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Receiving

• 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.

LUM Picking

• 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.

Sortation

• 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.

Loading

• Uses RF scanner to ensure that totes, pallets, and carts are loaded correctly onto trucks for customer delivery.
• Uses pallet jack to load pallets.

General requirements for all functions

• 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.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• General knowledge of a variety of basic topics (math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc.)
• Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center a plus
• Warehouse/Operations certification a plus

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• 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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• 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 in accordance with the OSHA General Industry standard
• Must be able to safely use a provided box cutter
• Must be able to move up and down multi-level stairways safely
• Must be able to clearly communicate (speak and understand) in English in order to operate voice-pick technology

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.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran , or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.