Warehouse Technician / Driver

Description
Competitive salary and full benefits available; PTO, medical, dental, vision coverage and 401(k) company plan.

Independence Plus has an immediate opening for a Warehouse Technician / Driver to join the Home Medical Equipment division. This is a full-time position, working out of our Oak Brook, IL (DuPage County) office. This position will report to the Warehouse Operations Manager.

Job Description Summary

The Warehouse Tech / Driver assists warehouse personnel in basic warehouse operations including cleaning equipment and pulling supplies/equipment for sales orders, delivering, shipping, receiving, and organizing inventory.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
Cleans and organizes incoming equipment using proper technique
Receives, cleans, stores and pulls equipment and supplies while utilizing HME software programs as directed
Accurately pulls and processes outgoing orders and shipments (UDS, UPS, delivery)
Delivers equipment and supplies using a corporate vehicle or, if necessary, personal vehicle
Processes paperwork in a timely and efficient manner
Maintains accurate receiving records by: Checking incoming merchandise for completeness and accuracy against the purchase or sales order; Reporting discrepancies on packing lists, shortages, etc.; Labeling and assigning inventory to proper locations.
Assists with duties of other warehouse functions when necessary
Recommends improvements in general procedures to streamline processes and minimize unneeded expense
Coordinates with staff and participates in meetings as required
Maintains patient and company confidentiality at all times
Monitors and builds perceptions of Independence Plus as a high-quality company
Promotes home health, home nursing, and respiratory / HME referrals in the healthcare community
Complies with agency, state, federal, and CHAP policies and procedures
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Requirements
High school diploma
Safe driving record
Trustworthiness along with attention to detail, and willingness to adjust schedule to allow for the completion of projects, if required
Neat and clean personal appearance
Demonstration of verbal and written communication skills in English; Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus
Commitment to following all Policies and Procedures of Independence Plus, State, Federal, and CHAP guidelines, including the utilization of Universal / Standard Precautions and Confidentiality

If you have any questions, contact our Warehouse Operations Manager at (800) 366-7696, Ext. 4442, or psweet@independenceplus.com.
For more information about the work we do, check us out on our website at www.independenceplus.com or view an explainer video about our company at https://bit.ly/2JDrqcc.

About Independence Plus: Since 1985, Independence Plus has been a leading provider of in-home nursing, rehabilitation, and high-tech medical equipment and supplies. We specialize in treating adult and pediatric patients with complex medical and respiratory needs, offering the highest quality one on-one care (with 24/7 on-call support) so our patients are able to live at home and lead meaningful lives. We are headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois and are certified by Medicare, accredited by CHAP, and state-licensed. Our coverage area includes most of northern Illinois, including Chicagoland and the Rockford area.