Job Description

Summary:

The Equipment Operator will read customer orders, shipping orders and requisitions and accurately pick/pack merchandise for shipment utilizing a forklift when needed. The Equipment Operator will also perform receiving and put away functions as directed

Organizational Impact:

At Sarnova you are not just a number. What you do each day matters. In this role, you are the hub that keeps our customers fully equipped with their medical equipment including life-saving devices. You truly impact the success of our product portfolio by embracing a high level of customer focus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, move, and stack products and materials within the warehouse while following all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Perform functions related to receiving of product including new, used, service, and returned goods, observing all safety precautions
• Read customer orders, shipping orders, or requisitions to determine items to be picked and shipped
• Move materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas
• Assemble and pack customer orders from stock and place orders on pallets or in bins
• Process orders using approved carrier’s online service
• Pack all items using proper procedures to prevent damages. Include packing slip with each order
• Attach required labels to packages, compliant with all HAZMAT shipping laws and requirements
• Verify items on order for accuracy
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations
• Assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed

Skills/Experience Required:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Sarnova Forklift Certification required or provided prior to operating equipment
• Two to four years of experience in warehousing with 1-2 years of forklift experience preferred
• Experience with personal computer equipment preferred
• Experience driving material handling equipment (Reach Truck, Cherry Picker, Forklift) preferred
• Ability to use carrier’s computer shipping system for processing, labeling and tracking packages
• Ability to work in and contribute to a positive team environment
• Ability to work in fast-paced warehouse environment
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for long continuous periods of time
• May engage in some repetitive motion
• May engage in frequent bending, stooping, pushing and pulling of parts and part containers
• Due to the open environment of the warehouse, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold
• Ability to occasionally sit, climb or balance; ability to climb ladders up to 15 feet
• Ability to continuously lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh 50+ pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Continuous is defined as 6-8 hours, frequently is defined as 3-6 hours, and occasionally is defined as up to 3 hours.

Work Schedule: Employee will be required to work a minimum of forty (40) hours of per week or as many hours as it may take to perform above job duties. Schedule may vary based on business demands and will require a combination of office hours as well as work performed after hours and/or weekends at times.

Sarnova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) Plan. EEO/M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Our mission is to be the best partner for those who save and improve patients’ lives. Excellence in delivering upon our mission is dependent upon having a diverse team that is empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work each day. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, and we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.