Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

Halyard Health; West Deptford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens & Minor is hiring multiple Equipment Operators for our distribution center in New Jersey. The role uses RF scanning and voice-pick technology to efficiently unload, receive, and process inbound shipments, and to pick, pack, and load outbound products to customer specifications.

Shifts are available on 1st and 2nd; pay starts at $19/hour with 8%–10% shift differential where applicable. Safety and accurate, timely operations are required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years' experience in warehouse/distribution operations.
• Experience operating material handling equipment and RF/voice-pick systems preferred.
• Demonstrates safety awareness and ability to follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Unload, receive, and process inbound shipments.
• Perform bin replenishment and move products to optimize processing.
• Pick, pack, sort and load outbound products per customer specs.
• Ensure safe, accurate, on-time warehouse operations.
• Count and verify products using RF/voice picking tools.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Voice Pick Tech

Inventory counting

Safety procedures

Education

Warehouse/Operations certification

Tools

RF Scanner

Voice Pick Technology

Job description

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care.Global Reach with a Local Touch140+ years serving healthcareOver 14,000 teammates worldwideServing healthcare partners in 80 countriesManufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland40+ distribution centersPortfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings1,000 branded medical product suppliers4,000 healthcare partners servedBenefitsComprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave.Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.Company OverviewOwens & Minor, Inc. is a leading global healthcare solutions company dedicated to empowering customers to advance healthcare. With over 15,000 teammates serving more than 4,000 healthcare industry customers, we provide comprehensive product manufacturing and distribution support across North America, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.Job OverviewOur business is growing! We are urgently hiring MULTIPLE skilled Equipment Operators to join our logistics team.Available Shifts:MULTIPLE SHIFTS (1st and 2nd Shifts)Payrate: $19/hour + 8% and 10% shift differential when applicable.Responsibilities:Material Handling Equipment (cherry picker, reach truck, double reach, sit down/standup forklift, motorized pallet jack) MUST have at least 2 years' experience.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.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.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.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.Uses RF scanner to ensure that totes, pallets, and carts are loaded correctly onto trucks for customer delivery.Uses pallet jack to load pallets.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.General knowledge of a variety of basic topics (math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc.)Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center a plusWarehouse/Operations certification a plusAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic formAbility to work in a fast-paced, team environment and meet performance standards/individual performance goalsGood attention to detailDependable and able to report to work as scheduled/have regular punctual attendanceWillingness to learn how to use new material handling equipmentWillingness to learn WMS TechnologyAbility to adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures for safety rules and requirements received in trainingMust successfully pass pre-employment drug screen and background checkAbility to frequently work unscheduled overtime hours with minimal noticeAbility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as neededFor some functions, must be able to operate forklift and pick items as high as 35 feet in the airMust be able to stand and walk on concrete warehouse floors for long periods of timeMust be able to squat and kneel often, and lift up to 50 lbs. individually or greater than 50 lbs. in a team liftMust be able to safely use a step ladder or stool to reach area shelvesMust be able to safely wear steel-toed protective footwear in accordance with the OSHA General Industry standardMust be able to safely use a provided box cutterMust be able to move up and down multi-level stairways safelyMust be able to clearly communicate (speak and understand) in English in order to operate voice-pick technologyPrior experience in warehouse distribution or logistics operations is highly preferred.Demonstrated ability to operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, cranes, clamp trucks, and pallet jacks safely.Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), RF scanners, and order picking proceduresStrong physical stamina for heavy lifting tasks and load/unload activities in a fast-paced environment.Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.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.