Forklift Operator
THE POSITION:
At our Memphis distribution center, our employees play a critical role in getting life-saving products out to hospitals, clinics and nursing homes. We’re open 24 hours a day, 5 days a week because the needs of patients can’t wait.
The most important aspect of this position is to productively execute the movement of materials from dock to storage to staging and shipment per EVERSANA SOPs. The position also requires the incumbent to be certified on all EVERSANA Mobile Powered Industrial Vehicles (i.e., Forklift, Cherry/Order Picker, Dock Stocker, Electric Pallet Jack, Reach Truck, and Bendi Forklift).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Comply with all company provided Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Fulfill tickets for customers by reading production schedules, order forms and requisitions
- Identify, locate, and gather product for distribution to specified areas
- Assemble, build, and transport customer orders
- Certified to operate Forklift, Reach Truck, Cherry/Order Picker, Dock Stocker, Electric Pallet Jack, and Bendi Forklift to transport items through our certification program
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- Operate EVERSANA RF device
POSITION SUCCESS FACTORS:
- Show up on time
- Eager to perform their job duties
- Successfully and safely process assigned tasks each day
- Can quickly move from one task to the next, as priorities shift
- Focused on accuracy and safety above all else
- Can complete tasks with minimal supervision
- Are consistently meeting minimum productivity standards
- Foster a safe working environment by following company procedures
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adherence to all manufacturing requirements including Current Good Distribution Practices (cGDP) and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
- Focus on safety at all times and comply with all safety requirements
- Follow all formal standard operating procedures (SOPs) that control the order fulfillment process in temperature-controlled areas
- Meet all shift requirements as assigned (timely, uniform, etc.)
COMPANY BENEFITS & PERKS:
- Starting pay: $17.95 per hour.
- Great benefits, including medical and dental plans, tuition reimbursement, and matching retirement plans (401k).
- Savings & Spending Account(s): Health Savings Account (HSA + EVERSANA contributions), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and even Dependent Care Spending Account (DCSA).
- Up to 18 days accrued paid time off in addition to 10 paid company holidays.
- Employee Assistance Programs offering financial, work-life balance, family planning support, legal solutions and more to employees at no cost.
- This role takes place in a temperature-controlled environment year-round.
MANDATED UNIFORM: khaki-colored pants, close-toed shoes, and a blue shirt. Leggings, yoga pants, or any form-fitting stretch pants are not permitted. Shoes should be sturdy and provide full coverage, ensuring no skin or socks are visible through the shoe material. Once the probationary period has concluded (60 days) employees receive an allotment to receive customized EVERSANA uniforms.
Qualifications
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Work experience in a fast-paced, distribution warehouse environment or stock room strongly preferred
- Previous forklift operation experience required.
- High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
- Strong verbal communication skills required
- Strong reading, addition, and subtraction skills needed to manage order specific documentation (a calculator may be used)
- Ability to follow instructions without deviation required
- Ability to work the required hours (expect 40hrs/week), in addition to overtime (as needed)
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical and mental requirements along with the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
Warehouse: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Environmental demands include walking or standing at a minimum of 80% of the shift, lifting up to 50 pounds and performing tasking in a busy environment. Bending, squatting, pivoting and stooping may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Information
OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:
Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.
Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.
Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.
Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.
Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.
Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.
Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.
Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.
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From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
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