Materials Handler

Optum; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training (up to 2 months)

Comprehensive benefits package

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Optum in Seattle, WA is seeking a Materials Handler for an onsite, full-time role. You will receive and process shipments, organize inventory and restock patient care areas with medical and non-medical supplies.

The position runs Monday–Friday, 6:30am–3pm PST with potential overtime and on-the-job training for up to 2 months. A valid WA driver’s license and warehouse experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1+ years in shipping/receiving or patient care supplies preferred.
• Must have valid WA driver's license and clean driving history.
• Ability to work full-time Monday–Friday 6:30am–3pm with possible overtime.

Responsibilities

• Verify quantity and quality of incoming deliveries.
• Label products and store them correctly.
• Locate products during delivery process.
• Maintain updated stock records and inventory.
• Handle returns and document communications.
• Maintain material handling equipment and perform routine upkeep.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Shipping / Receiving

Warehouse experience

Ability to float as needed

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Hand trucks

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Delivery vehicle driving

Job description

This position is Onsite. Our office is located at 904 7th Avenue, Seattle, WA.

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Materials Handler will receive and process incoming shipments, goods and equipment for delivery. Deliver, inventory, organize, and restock inventory sites and patient care areas containing medical and non-medical supplies, linen and equipment.

This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work an 8-hour shift schedule during our normal business hours of 6:30am - 3pm PST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

We offer on-the-job training for up to 2 months aligned to your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Verifying the accuracy of quantity and quality of incoming deliveries
• Labeling every product and placing them accordingly
• Identifying and locating the right products during the delivery process
• Keeping a well-maintained and updated account of stock and inventory
• Handling returns by completing technical documentation and other required communication
• Keeping all material handling equipment in the best condition by conducting regular maintenance
• Other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 1+ years of experience in shipping /receiving and working with patient care supplies and equipment preferred; either in a central supply, surgery, or patient care area
• Experience in one-on-one customer service
• Valid driver's license in the State of Washington
• Clean driver's history
• Willing to drive delivery vehicle
• Ability to float as needed
• Warehouse experience
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 6:30am - 3pm PST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with warehouse equipment, including hand tucks and pallet jacks
• Inventory control background from receiving, restocking, and inventory rotation
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft programs from Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PDF, and Microsoft Excel

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $16 - $29 hourly based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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