Elwood, IL - Warehouse Worker - Morning Shift

Company: McKesson
Location: Joliet
Posted on: May 4, 2021

Job Description:

Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career as a Full-Time Material Handler with a starting pay rate of $15.75/hr increasing to $18.23/hr in 18 months!
McKesson is in the business of better health and we touch the lives of patients in virtually every aspect of healthcare. McKesson Medical-Surgical provides medical-surgical supplies and equipment to physicians' offices, home care agencies, long-term care facilities and surgery centers. Our catalog includes more than 150,000 national brand products from bandages to exam tables, plus McKesson's own line of high-quality medical-surgical products. We're proud to be the only national distributor serving the entire continuum of healthcare.
Current Need: Our Distribution Center is looking for a dynamic and motivated warehouse associate to join our team. ---This is a fantastic chance to work for a company that has the rare mix of being a fun, yet high-paced and professional work environment. We currently have the following shift available to add to our team:
Monday through Friday - 7:00 am to 3:30 pm /--Monday through Friday - 8:00 am to 4:30 pm--$15.75/hr to start with regular pay increases - rate reaches $18.23/hr in 18 months-- Position Description:---
The Material Handler job will involve: ------ Pulling and packing medical, surgical supplies and equipment orders for shipment--- May use power equipment including, but not limited to forklift, hand tools, and other devices operated in a warehouse environment while maintaining the highest level of productivity and accuracy--- Working with RF Scanning equipment to maintain records of merchandise shipped, as well as examine, stock and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines --- Standing and engaging in repetitive movement throughout the entire shift--- Extensive walking and mandatory overtime as needed is required Passion around working for a leading healthcare distribution company focused on distributing medical and surgical supplies and equipment to more than 50% of Americas hospitals, clinics, pharmacies, and other healthcare facilities
If you like the sound of these job tasks and perks, then starting your career as a Material Handler is right for you!
Keep Your Edge - Stay mentally sharp throughout your shift pulling and picking orders as you strategically get the job done Enjoy excellent benefits including 16 PTO days to all eligible employees, along with paid Holidays Customized medical, dental and vision packages are created to fit you and your family's needs Stay Fit - Get your workout in as you bend, twist, lift up to 50lbs, and walk extensive miles per shift - Employees that participate in our Wellness program can receive Health discounts!--- Work Hard, Play Hard - That's right! ---Your performance will help you earn financial incentive on top of your regular pay Take advantage of on the job training to operate power equipment including forklift, hand tools, and other devices Most of our Distribution Centers are climate controlled and utilize state of the art systems & equipment Stay comfortable while working in a fast-paced team oriented environment! Minimum Requirements:--- Entry level experience
Preferred Requirements: 1+ years' Forklift driving experienceKnowledge in working with WMS (Warehouse Management System) is a plus Critical Skills:--- Work experience in a face-paced, distribution or warehouse environment or stock room strongly preferred; picking/packing, sorting, loading/unloading, scanning, or various other warehouse functions--- The ability to work the hours listed above, in addition to overtime. * Overtime in most Distribution Centers is mandatory and typically occurs M-W due to our real-time commitments to our customers Strong reading, addition and subtraction skills needed to manage order specific documentation Education:--- HS Diploma or Equivalent Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 20 to 50lbs repetitively throughout the course of a shift without assistance (weight varies based on product) Must be able to bend, sit, stand, twist, stoop for long periods of time Able to walk up to 10 miles throughout the course of a shift (steps vary per shift)--- Working with RF scanning equipment
Career Level - IC-Operations Support-O1
Benefits & Company Statement: McKesson believes superior performance - individual and team - that helps us drive innovations and solutions to promote better health should be recognized and rewarded. We provide a competitive compensation program to attract, retain and motivate a high-performance workforce, and it's flexible enough to meet the different needs of our diverse employee population.
When you join McKesson, you become a part of something special. You also get access to a wide variety of benefits; take a look at our total rewards here!---
Here are a few employee perks: We offer a competitive starting wage along with a competitive career progression program We offer 16 PTO days to all eligible employees along with paid Holidays Our customized medical, dental and vision packages are created to fit you and your family's needs Earn health insurance and gym membership rebates through our wellness program Invest in your future through our generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Program and Employee Stock Purchase Plan Take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement Program to offset continued education costs Put your family first by taking advantage of our children of McKesson Employee's Scholarship Program Provide you tools to advance in your career Utilize the Employee Assistance Program for help with legal, financial and mental health matters Help create a healthier world through our volunteer and philanthropic programs
We are in the business of better health and we touch the lives of patients in virtually every aspect of healthcare. We partner with payers, hospitals, physician offices, pharmacies, pharmaceutical companies and others across the spectrum of care to build healthier organizations that deliver better care to patients in every setting. But we can't do it without you. Every single McKesson employee contributes to our mission-whatever your title, whatever your role, you act as a catalyst in a chain of events that helps millions of people all over the globe. Talented, compassionate people are the future of our company-and of healthcare. At McKesson, you'll collaborate on the products and solutions that help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare. Working here is your opportunity to shape an industry that's vital to us all. McKesson is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer - minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities. Qualified applicants will not be disqualified from consideration for employment based upon criminal history.
**If you require accommodations for this interview - please reach out to us at 877-337-0059 as soon as possible to coordinate.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Qualified applicants will not be disqualified from consideration for employment based upon criminal history. McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to McKessonTalentAcquisition@mckesson.com . Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted. Current employees must apply through the internal career site.
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