Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

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 Touch

• 140+ years serving healthcare

• Over 14,000 teammates worldwide

• Serving healthcare partners in 80 countries

• Manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland

• 40+ distribution centers

• Portfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings

• 1,000 branded medical product suppliers

• 4,000 healthcare partners served

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.

Company Overview

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company dedicated to supporting healthcare providers and advancing patient care. With more than 15,000 teammates serving over 4,000 healthcare customers worldwide, we help deliver the products and services healthcare professionals rely on every day.

We are hiring full-time Distribution Associates/Equipment Operators to support frontline healthcare workers by ensuring critical medical products are accurately received, picked, and shipped.

Pay & Shift Information

Pay: $18.00 per hour plus 8% shift differential

Available Shifts:

• Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM until finish, off Saturday and Sunday

• Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM until finish, off Saturday and Sunday

• Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 AM until finish, off Tuesday and Saturday

• Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, 9:00 AM until finish, off Monday and Friday

Benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits are available on Day 1 of employment with no waiting period)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Training

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

The Distribution Associate/Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating material handling equipment and supporting warehouse operations including receiving, picking, loading, inventory control, and order fulfillment in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate material handling equipment including cherry pickers, reach trucks, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks

• Unload inbound trailers and containers using pallet jacks and equipment

• Accurately receive, pick, and verify products using RF scanners and Voice Pick Technology

• Load and stage pallets, totes, and cartons for shipment

• Move products throughout the warehouse using conveyors, carts, and pallet jacks

• Maintain inventory accuracy and document discrepancies

• Prepare pallets and carts for outbound shipments

• Follow warehouse procedures, productivity standards, and safety guidelines

• Conduct physical inventory counts as needed

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment

• Perform additional warehouse duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous material handling equipment experience required

• Experience operating cherry pickers, reach trucks, stand-up/sit-down forklifts, or electric pallet jacks required

• Warehouse or distribution center experience preferred

• RF scanner and Voice Pick Technology experience preferred

• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment

• Strong attention to detail and reliability

• Basic math and reading skills

• Willingness to learn warehouse management systems and new equipment

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screening

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on concrete floors

• Ability to frequently squat, kneel, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds individually or heavier items with team assistance

• Ability to safely operate equipment at heights up to 35 feet

• Ability to climb stairs and safely use ladders or stools

• Must wear required steel-toed footwear and follow OSHA safety standards

• Ability to communicate clearly in English to operate voice-pick systems and follow safety procedures

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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.