Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

Owens & Minor • West Deptford, DC

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Our business is growing! We are urgently hiring MULTIPLE skilled Equipment Operators to join our logistics team. Available Shifts: Saturday - Wednesday: 11:30AM - 7:30PM + overtime Weekends start at 9:30 AM ~ till finish, Weekdays start at 11:30AM Payrate: $19/hour + 8% and 10% shift differential when applicable. For internal teammates, compensation will be reviewed and determined in partnership with HR, taking into consideration internal equity and experience.

Requirements

• Material Handling Equipment (cherry picker, reach truck, double reach, sit down/standup forklift, motorized pallet jack) MUST have at least 2 years' experience.
• 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
• Prior 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 procedures
• Strong physical stamina for heavy lifting tasks and load/unload activities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed