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Optum is seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to fill the role Warehouse Associate (including Shipping and Receiving responsibilities) for a 300K sq. ft. specialty distribution center located in Columbus (Etna), OH. The warehouse associate will be on the team of an exciting new specialty distribution business serving patients with specialty and rare disease pharma manufacturers and providers by distributing and servicing therapies at the frontier of healthcare.
The successful candidate will be responsible for materials handling and product distribution in a distribution environment including warehousing and fulfillment of materials and products and performing/controlling a combination of manual or automated tasks necessary for the receipt, storage, and shipment of product. This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, and more. The individual will also be responsible for the efficient flow of products from the point of product receipt from vendors to the shipment of products (via prescribed service parameters) to a variety of internal and external customers. The individual must also be comfortable with automated approaches and should be able to utilize the functions of the warehouse management system in order to perform daily tasks. The individual must be able to utilize Optum's software programs effectively to document all aspects of the above duties. The individual will be working in conjunction with several other staff members, so teamwork, cooperation, and communication skills will be crucial in our fast-paced environment. The individual will also be expected to participate in business growth and productivity improvement initiatives.
The Warehouse associate will assist with inbound and outbound activities as requested by the site director meeting quality, safety, productivity, and operational standards. This job receives products in the inbound section, and ships products in the outbound section.
As a new Optum business, we are building on our strengths but also challenging the status quo. We are creating a business that is designed to specifically serve the unique needs of patient populations using Specialty Pharmacies and supports the opportunity for expansion into additional therapies, which require enhanced services and new capabilities over traditional specialty distributors.
Position Location: 8950 Global Way SW Etna, OH 43062
Position Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8 AM - 4 PM
Primary Responsibilities:
Primary duties include order fulfillment, stocking and replenishment, and outbound shipping of customer orders
Responsible for checking shipping documents from delivery/truck driver and ensures that shipment is properly addressed to the Distribution Center; rejects any deliveries made to an address other than the Optum Distribution Center address
Load/Unload trailers in the Inbound section by using a pallet jack or equivalent devices to put pallets out of the trucks
Uses WMS (Warehouse Management System) to check in products. While working with specialty products, must follow strict regulations to store refrigerated products
Stores products in various warehouse locations using order pickers or other devices
Picks products from warehouse locations and loads into outbound trailers/trucks
Follow established processes for order fulfillment. This includes accurately picking products, packing products, and preparing orders for shipment while performing quality control checks
Cross training in multiple areas of the warehouse and participating in projects as needed
Perform housekeeping and inventory control tasks and maintain a clean and safe work environment
Ability to follow direction and change priorities
Uses pallet jacks and/or forklifts to move shipments from the end of the truck or loading dock to the receiving area with willingness to train and be certified to drive material handling equipment as required by job duty. (Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), forklift, reach truck, turret truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider)
Maintains a clean work area to help ensure that merchandise remains clean and to help prevent work related injuries
Have a good overall understanding of DC workflow and can work with minimal guidance
Separates shipments in the work area by purchase order numbers or suppliers for ease of verification
Inspects all containers for signs of damage, expiration dates, signs of tampering, or any indications of non-saleable, units count to ensure they match the number indicated on the shipping documents
Records any shortages, over-shipments, or damaged goods on the shipping document and notifies the appropriate manager of any deliveries that have been refused
Files all paperwork relating to the receiving function, including purchase orders, receivers, backorders and ship-on-arrival orders
Complies with all appropriate policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations
Must be able to work overtime, when necessary, and participate in periodic physical inventory counts
Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) to process orders including accurately picking, performing quality control checks, sorting, consolidating freight, building, and wrapping pallets, packing, loading, and preparing the orders for shipment
Able to work well independently or as a member of a team
A self-starter, organized, detail oriented, analytical, motivated, and capable problem solver
Comply with all appropriate policies, procedures, safety rules and DEA regulations
Perform all job duties in accordance with OSHA standards and adhere to all policies, rules, regulations, and procedures set by the organization
What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:
Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Education Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
1+ years of warehouse experience (inbound, outbound or RF Technology)
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to work at heights 20-30 ft regularly
Must be capable of moving and organizing pharmaceutical products
Ability to work full time onsite Monday through Friday from 8 AM - 4 PM at 8950 Global Way SW Etna, OH 43062
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous MHE (Material Handling Equipment) experience
Previous warehouse experience and comfort at heights up to 30 feet on power equipment
Experience with RF scanners and/or QA
Ability to work closely with other members of the team
Proficiency in Microsoft office
Soft Skills:
Good written and spoken communication skills including the ability to read and understand the English language for the purpose of reading, shipping and receiving documents and product labels and communication to all levels of personnel
Must possess basic mathematical skills, strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
Strong organizational and time management skills; detail oriented, with ability to maintain focus with intermittent distractions
Ability to use good judgment in order to carry out detailed instructions
Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn and effectively use appropriate software for distribution purposes
Excellent customer service skills
Professionalism and mature sense of accountability
Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks in a fast-paced environment
Readily learns and apply new information and methods to work in assigned area
Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution
Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Ability to work under pressure with positive attitude
Strong attention to detail and the ability to remain flexible and respond to changing priorities while remaining focused on meeting goals with intermittent distractions
Ability to work on any assignment given by Manager or Supervisor as directed
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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