Warehouse Associate-Forklift Driver

Cencora•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate-Forklift Driver supports American Health Packaging, a Cencora business that provides pharmaceutical packaging services in the United States. This is the third level of warehouse associate at AHP before the Lead level. The role handles warehouse operations including receiving, picking, staging, shipping, returns, and inventory control, and may involve controlled substances in a cage, vault, or refrigerated environment. The position requires operating powered material-handling equipment and may involve training and mentoring other associates. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; overtime may be required. Pay is $24 per hour, and the posting offers a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of experience in warehouse support, distribution operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, or a related field.
Ability to read and understand English to compare product descriptions, names, and shelf labels.
Basic mathematical skills and basic computer knowledge.
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain cooperative working relationships.
Thorough overall understanding of distribution center workflow and ability to work with minimal guidance.
Good judgment and ability to carry out detailed instructions.
Teamwork, effective communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability and certification to operate powered equipment at height, including reach trucks, picker machines, and forklifts, and to comply with safety standards and OSHA requirements.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment, including reach trucks, picker machines, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Ability to train and assist associates as needed.
Ability to work overtime when necessary and participate in physical inventory.

Nice To Haves

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification or equivalent.
Hazmat training certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Receive, pick, and stage customer orders; handle returns, shipping, and inventory organization, management, and control.
Verify received merchandise against shipment records, inspect it, and report discrepancies or obvious defects.
Stock shelves and ensure materials are stored in designated areas.
Use radio-frequency devices for picking, packing, and other inventory tasks.
Assemble customer orders by pulling stock, placing items in totes, and confirming quantities and customer specifications.
Enter orders, returns, and related data into the computer system.
Inspect returned items and return merchandise to the proper warehouse shelf.
Complete daily inventory counts and research discrepancies; assist with inventory procedures as requested.
Pick, stock, replenish, and fulfill orders for controlled substances, potentially in a cage, vault, or refrigerated environment.
Operate forklifts, reach trucks, and other motorized equipment to move inventory.
Train, mentor, and guide new and other warehouse associates in warehouse functions.
Perform backup lead duties, such as waving customer orders and researching and resolving discrepancies.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Maintain a clean work area and appropriate attendance standards.
Work overtime when necessary and participate in physical inventory.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision care.
Benefits and resources addressing physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness.
Support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family-building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave.
Training programs and professional development resources.
Mentorship programs, employee resource groups, and volunteer activities.
$2,000 sign-on bonus.

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