Trainer – Operations, Distribution Center

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Location:

Olive Branch, MS, USA – 8745 Forest Hill Irene Road, Suite 105

Shift: Monday to Friday, 1pm-9:30pm (Shift subject to change based on the needs of the business. OT mandatory if required. Flexibility required on start times as it would depend on new hire orientations and needs of the business.)

FT/permanent – benefit eligible

Compensation would depend on the candidate selected.

The Operations Trainer for Material Handlers is responsible for training and guiding team members in all aspects of material handling operations, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficiency. This role focuses on teaching proper procedures for double-checking, packing, manifesting shipments, and operating forklifts in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Training & Development:
  Conduct hands‑on training sessions for new and existing employees on material‑handling processes. Ensure team members understand and follow SOPs for packing, manifesting, and inventory control.
• Quality Assurance:
  Teach proper double‑checking techniques to minimize errors in order fulfillment and shipping. Monitor trainees’ performance and provide feedback to maintain high accuracy levels.
• Equipment Operations:
  Train employees on safe and efficient power equipment operation, including loading, unloading, and transporting materials. Verify compliance with OSHA and company safety guidelines.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  Instruct on accurate completion of shipping manifests and related documentation. Ensure adherence to all safety and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to enhance productivity and reduce risk.

• 5 years of related warehouse or distribution experience.
• 5 years of relevant experience in warehouse or distribution operations preferred; interns must have 6 months of McKesson experience to qualify.
• Experience operating power industrial equipment (Reach Truck, Genie, Pallet Jack) with valid certifications preferred.
• Strong knowledge of material handling practices (pick, pack, ship, inventory, receiving).
• Candidate must be willing to train and maintain certifications for power equipment.
• Prior leadership and training experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management, interpersonal, coaching and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, including editing and proofreading; bilingual Spanish preferred.
• Willingness to support additional projects (slotting, inventory counts, DSCSA).

• Walk up to 10 miles per shift.
• Lift 20–40 lbs repetitively; team lift for heavier items.
• Frequent standing, bending, stooping, and walking.
• May work in refrigerated/cold environments.
• May work at heights.
• Visual acuity for reading fine print and color differentiation.
• May work in an office setting at times.

Our Base Pay Range for this position: $17.63 – $29.39.

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.

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