The Opportunity

 

QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

The Role

As we continue to grow as QuidelOrtho, we are seeking a Wave Planner to join our Distribution center team in Memphis TN. The Wave Planner will be responsible for creating and managing wave plans to optimize the flow of inventory and ensure efficient order fulfillment. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail , and the ability to collaborate effectively with various departments.

This position is in Memphis, TN.

The Responsibilities

Measure and monitor capacity to process outbound delivery orders and notify operations managements of any gaps.

Develop, analyze, modify and execute the Wave Plan to confirm ship schedules are met for all customers while maintaining a level workload of activity across all shifts.

Completes the waves in warehouse management system to include fixing wave shortages.

Prioritize daily schedule and create reports as needed to monitor, track and measure performance at all levels.

Work closely with inventory teams to ensure inventory integrity when replacement product is needed to fill orders.

Assist outbound associates in resolving issues with orders by answering questions, investigating problems and coordinating with other functional groups as needed.

Provide basic information to CS in order to meet customer requirements, follow up order statuses and provide swift and correct feedback.   

The Individual

Required:

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum of 2 years experience in a distribution center.

Advanced computer skills including ability to accurately enter data, run reports and investigate issues.

Able to independently complete routine and moderately complex assignments that require critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem resolution.

Basic math skills for proper inventory and record-keeping.   

Preferred:

Previous experience as a  wave planner is a plus.

Key Working Relationships

Internal Partners:  Customer Service, Planning, Leadership and North America Supply Chain

External Partners:  Customers, Carrier, Freight Forwarders, Suppliers

The Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of a warehouse environment and include the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and be able to lift 50lbs.  The ability to work in 3 different temperatures: ambient, cooler (approximately 40 degrees), and freezer (approximately -20 degrees).  Use of PPE required for the job task (vest, steel toed shoes, body harness, gloves, etc.).  Up to 25% travel – Domestic and/or International.

Equal Opportunity

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at orthorecruiting@orthoclinicaldiagnostics.com

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