Material Handler Specialist - Inventory

McKesson; Clear Brook (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson is seeking a Material Handler Specialist, Inventory at its Clear Brook, VA distribution center. The role handles efficient movement, storage, and order fulfillment of medical-surgical products, with shifts Monday to Friday, 6am-2:30pm, and benefits eligibility.

Responsibilities include receiving and inspecting shipments, verifying lot numbers and expiration dates, and operating forklifts and other material handling equipment. Requires 3+ years in warehousing and safety-focused teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in warehouse, logistics, or material handling
• Experience with medical or pharmaceutical environments preferred
• Valid forklift/pallet jack certifications preferred, training available if none

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments
• Verify quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks safely
• Store products in designated locations and optimize space
• Pick and stage orders to customer specs
• Pack and label outgoing shipments securely
• Conduct cycle counts and inventory processes
• Identify discrepancies and report to supervisors
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow safety policies and regulatory guidelines
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

RF scanning

Tools

JD Edwards

RF Webpage

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

Material Handler Specialist, Inventory

Location

Clear Brook, VA, USA - 4027 Martinsburg Pike

Shift

Monday to Friday, 6am-2:30pm

Note

Shift subject to change based on the needs of the business. OT may be required and is mandatory if required.

Position is eligible for benefits

Job Summary

Responsible for the efficient movement, handling, and storage of medical-surgical products within our distribution center, ensuring accurate inventory and timely order fulfillment.

Job Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and inspect incoming shipments of medical-surgical supplies and equipment.
• Verify product quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates against purchase orders and packing lists.
• Operate various material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Store products in designated warehouse locations, optimizing space utilization and accessibility.
• Pick and stage orders according to customer specifications and established procedures.
• Pack and label outgoing shipments accurately and securely to prevent damage during transit.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and participate in physical inventory processes to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Identify and report any discrepancies, damages, or quality issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, as well as relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve daily production goals and uphold service level agreements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically requires 3+ year(s) of related experience.

Job Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or material handling role, preferably within a medical or pharmaceutical environment.
• Proficiency in operating various material handling equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack) with valid certification preferred. If no experience, the location is willing to train, but, must maintain certifications
• Basic computer skills for inventory management systems and data entry. RF Webpage and JD Edwards experience would be assets
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in order picking and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safety procedures and quality standards.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Physical Demands (may include all or some of the following, some only on occasion):

• Must be comfortable working at heights
• Must be comfortable working in refrigerated areas when required
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles throughout the course of a shift (steps vary per shift)Ability to lift 20-50 pounds repetitively throughout the course of a shift without assistance; ability to lift greater weights in a team lift (weight varies based on product)
• May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day.
• May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day.
• May be necessary to work extended hours as needed.
• Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required.
• Visual acuity to see and read fine prints. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to hear normal voice sounds

About MMS

McKesson Medical-Surgical (MMS), which is expected to become Wellverse in early 2027, is a subsidiary and publicly reported segment of the McKesson Corporation. MMS distributes medical-surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment and supplies, along with other solutions and services to virtually every type of healthcare setting and provider outside of the traditional hospital. These markets - often referred to as Alternate Care or Non-Acute Care - include physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care providers, laboratories, home health and hospice agencies, health systems, government facilities and online marketplaces and retailers.

Alternate Care markets are growing rapidly, and MMS is proud to be a leader in this space. With a team of approximately 8,000 employees, a network of 15 distribution centers and approximately 900 delivery vehicles, we collaborate with more than 2,200 leading manufacturers and serve over 200,000 customer accounts across the U.S. Our catalog includes more than 270,000 SKUs of branded and private-label medical-surgical products - from bandages to specialty pharmaceuticals and COVID-19 tests.

Career Level - IC - Operations Support - O3

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$16.10 - $26.83

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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Location/Region: Clear Brook, Virginia