What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipping Specialist, Distribution Center position at McKesson?
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Shipping Specialist
Location : Urbancrest, OH, USA - 3500 Centerpoint Drive
Shift : Monday to Friday, 2pm-10 : 30pm. Please note - flexibility is required as shifts may change based on needs of the business. Overtime is mandatory if required.
Full-time, permanent- this role is benefit (401K, health, dental, vision) and bonus eligible.
Job Overview :
McKesson’s shipping specialists are responsible for coordinating and managing the shipment of goods inside of the distribution center from one location to another, ensuring that they comply with all the relevant regulations, documentation, and customer requirements.
The candidate selected will will be packaging, manifesting, and tracking all the items requested by the customers (external and internal); verifying that product will depart on time and with the corresponding courier. A critical piece to this role is researching and solving any shipping issues for timely freight delivery.
Minimum Qualifications
Typically requires 3 years of related experience
Additional Qualifications / Skills
Shipping / transportation and / or other related experience within a Distribution Center or warehouse environment.
Knowledge and / or exposure with : packing, shipping, labeling, and / or transportation
Excellent verbal and written communication with strong customer service skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, MS Teams)
RF webpage knowledge is preferred
Power Equipment experience is strongly preferred. However, the location is willing to train. Must be able to maintain certifications once trained
Basic reading and math skills.
Ability to partner with various internal stakeholders and / or departments
Able to work autonomously
Good critical thinking skills with the ability to see the “big picture” and be proactive and problem solve
Detail orientated with high level of accuracy
Excellent organization and prioritization in a fast paced environment with shifting priorities
Other tasks may be assigned to improve and maintain the proper training and support of the DC
Physical Demands (some or all may apply) :
Must be comfortable working at heights
Must be comfortable working in refrigerated areas
May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day.
May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day.
May be necessary to work extended hours as needed.
Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required.
May need to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on occasion and great weights in a team lift.
Visual acuity to see and read fine prints. Specific vision abilities required by this role include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to hear normal voice sounds.
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role.
Career Level – IC – Operations Support – O3
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
16.94 - $28.24
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
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