Material Handler II

Owens & Minor•Sunrise, DC

13h•$18

About The Position

As a Distribution Associate at Owens & Minor, you will be an integral part of our logistics team responsible for ensuring efficient product distribution within our healthcare solutions network. This role is vital in maintaining our commitment to delivering high-quality service and products to our customers. We are hiring immediately full-time Distribution Teammate/Equipment Operators. These roles support front line healthcare workers by providing them with medical products that save lives. Come join a growing team that is supporting the advancement of healthcare in your community! No waiting period for Medical Dental and Vision insurance. You are eligible for coverage on day 1 of employment! The anticipated pay range for this role is as follows: $18/hr 8% differential SHIFT: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday (930AM until finished) - Off Sunday and Monday

Requirements

General knowledge of a variety of basic topics (math, reading, basic accounting, typing, etc.)
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
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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in a warehouse/distribution center a plus
Warehouse/Operations certification a plus

Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off
Paid training
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Comprehensive 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.