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Project Specialist at Atlanta Distribution Center
About Us
Join our vibrant team at the Atlanta Distribution Center, a pivotal hub of activity within our expansive, 80,000-employee-strong company. Spanning approximately 320,000 square feet and housing around 250 dedicated team members, our Atlanta DC stands at the forefront of operational excellence and improvement. We're committed not just to meeting but exceeding our goals—with integrity, innovation, and a focus on continuous improvement. As we grow, we’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Specialist to help us drive success in every project we undertake.
Minimum Requirement
Typically requires 3+ years of related experience
The Role
As a Project Specialist, you'll be instrumental in enhancing our processes and operations. Working across all departments, you'll have the opportunity to engage in a broad spectrum of projects—ranging from process mapping and content creation to supporting various distribution center (DC) activities and events. Utilizing the Microsoft Office suite, you'll develop impactful instructional content, including videos, PowerPoint presentations, sandbox tests, and more, aimed at advancing our training, process efficiencies, and 5S initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with departments throughout the DC to identify improvement opportunities.
- Create engaging content and instructional materials to support DC operations and training.
- Participate in and contribute to various projects, employing Lean Six Sigma principles under mentorship.
- Prioritize and manage a diverse project workload effectively, demonstrating agility and resilience.
- Engage in continuous learning opportunities, including the path to earning your Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
We’re Looking for Someone Who
Required:
- Holds a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Showcases integrity, transparency, and a positive, enthusiastic mindset.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Has a keen ability to problem-solve independently and learn swiftly from mistakes.
Preferred:
- Brings 1-2 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
- Possesses some college or an associate degree.
- Offers proficiency in Spanish and experience with video editing.
- Has exposure to Lean Six Sigma tools, process analysis, and 5S organizational methods.
Why Join Us?
- Mentorship: Immerse yourself in an accelerated learning environment. Gain hands-on experience with Lean Six Sigma under the guidance of seasoned practitioners.
- Career Growth: With over 80,000 employees and a robust internal job board, explore a wealth of opportunities to grow your career with us.
- Competitive Benefits: Enjoy 12 paid holidays in addition to PTO annually, a 401K match, Vitality Medical Dental and Vision cost reductions, an Employee Stock Purchase program, and an HSA.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re driven to improve processes, passionate about learning, and ready to contribute to a team that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and begin your journey with us!
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 - $28.24McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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