Operator I, Warehouse & Distribution Operations - 2nd shift

Alcon MX; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible time off

Job summary

Alcon in Johns Creek, GA seeks an Operator I, Warehouse & Distribution Operations to perform pick/pack and shipping tasks, optimize inventory flow, and support shipments at the Johns Creek Distribution Center. This 2nd shift role emphasizes safe, efficient warehouse operations and timely order fulfillment.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, are fluent in English, can lift up to 40 lbs, and have experience with order picking, RF scanners, and SAP.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Fluent in English (reading/writing/communication).
• Experience operating order pickers and familiarity with RF scanners preferred.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted.
• Computer literate with basic math skills.
• SAP experience and cherry picker capability are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Pick, stock, and pack in a safe, accurate, productive manner (RF Cluster Picking, OSR Replenishment, RF Put Away).
• Ensure inventory integrity in pick locations via cycle counts.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and operate lifting equipment.
• Move and position pallets, skids, and materials; load/unload as required.
• Meet daily metrics and communicate effectively with team.
• Follow established procedures for efficient, compliant operations.

Skills

Order picker operation

RF scanner familiarity

Lift 40 lbs unassisted

Computer literate

Mathematical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Cherry Picker

Job description

At Alcon, we're passionate about enhancing sight and helping people see brilliantly. With more than 25,000 associates, we innovate fearlessly, champion progress, and act swiftly to impact global eye health. We foster an inclusive culture, recognizing your contributions and offering opportunities to grow your career like never before. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our patients and customers. Are you ready to join us?

This role is part of Alcon's Supply Chain function, a team that manages the logistics, inventory management, and supply chain analytics for Alcon's industry leading products to ensure products are delivered efficiently and effectively so that people can see brilliantly.

The Operator I, Warehouse & Distribution Operations (Para-Professional & Support Path), is primarily responsible for handling tasks in warehouses and distribution centers, optimizing storage and material flows, and managing inventory and shipments. You will operate equipment, requiring technical skills and adherence to procedures at Johns Creek Distribution, In Johns Creek, GA.

• Pick, stock, and pack in an accurate, safe, productive, and professional manner including the following: RF Cluster Picking, RF A-Frame/V-Frame Replenishment, OSR Replenishment, RF Cart Build, RF Audit Counting and RF Put Away.
• Ensure inventory integrity in the pick locations through cycle count process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Move levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus.
• Position forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials and transports load to designated area.
• Unload and stack material by raising and lowering lifting device.
• Inventory materials on work floor.
• Load or unload materials onto or off pallets, skids, or lifting device.
• Meet daily expected/metrics.
• Exhibit good communication skills.
• Handle manual or operational tasks within warehouses and distribution centers to ensure smooth and efficient processes.
• Optimize storage space and material flows while maintaining safety and efficiency.
• Manage inventory and coordinate shipments.
• Operate equipment, which may require certification.
• Follow established procedures with minimal decision-making authority.
• Perform tasks according to procedures for efficient business operations.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO ALCON:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• Work Hours: 2nd Shift; Monday – Friday; 3:00PM – 11:30PM EST
• Location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: 0%
• Relocation and Sponsorship: Not Available
• PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience with operating order pickers
  • Familiar with RF scanners used in the order picking process
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
  • Computer literate
  • Good mathematical skills
  • SAP experience
  • Cherry Picker (Wire Guide)

HOW TO THRIVE AT ALCON:

Collaborate with teammates to share standard processes and findings as work evolves! Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career! See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities! Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and much more!

ALCON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

At Alcon, we are committed to helping people see better. We believe patients should have access to quality eye care regardless of their economic circumstances; however, barriers to good eye health exist for patients in both developed and emerging markets. Alcon develops and manufactures innovative devices to serve the full life cycle of eye care needs. Its surgical group is one of the largest makers of equipment used for cataract removal and laser vision correction. Its consumer products include the well-known Opti-Free line of contact lens solutions and related products. Alcon, which was founded in 1945, sells its products in 180 countries worldwide.