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Distribution Operations Managers oversee warehouse logistics, supply chain workflows, and team performance across large-scale facilities. Employers regularly sponsor H-1B visa and TN visas for this role, particularly at major retailers, third-party logistics firms, and manufacturing operations. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Houston Methodist, the Distribution Tech position is responsible for accurately filling all supply orders submitted by Houston Methodist's network hospitals, offsite clinical care centers and corporate departments. This position supports the efforts of the offsite, HM Distribution Center through routine tasks associated with order fulfillment, standardized packaging, shipment preparation and best practices for inventory control. The Distribution Tech position provides support to hospital-based Par Replenishment Teams for low unit of measure (LUM) supply replenishment and with respect to their defined schedules for re-stocking clinical care areas at each campus.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Experience
Two years of experience working in a material handling/distribution environment required.
* Prior experience in a healthcare product distribution or related industry preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
MHE HM - Houston Methodist Material Handling Equipment Certified (HM) - Houston Methodist Two year renewal required within 60 days
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Basic knowledge of current logistics/material handling practices and procedures with a specific emphasis on order fulfillment and inventory control processes.
Ability to complete work within designated time frames.
* Demonstrate proficiency in operating a personal computer or hand-held device for completing basic inventory control procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a team-focused work unit that actively helps one another achieve department goals. Works with Logistics Shift Lead and fellow technicians to find the most efficient means for completing assigned orders and meet the day’s scheduled truck departures.
Works collaboratively with the Sr. Distribution Techs to locate items that require restocking or recently processed within the receiving area and staged for put away.
Interacts with co-workers and customers in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve outstanding customer service. Communicates clearly and professionally to promote both work efforts and problem resolution.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Properly identifies self as order processor through completion of orders and accepts accountability for items incorrectly pulled and shipped.
Ensures all fulfilled supply orders are complete and properly palletized according to the designation provided for each Material Stock Request (MSR) and with consideration toward defined schedules for delivery.
Works with Inventory Control staff in identifying inaccuracies related to item storage location, labeling, and incorrect units of measure or item expiration. Corrects verifiable errors for work completed and demonstrates a learned approach to preventing similar errors for future work assigned.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintains a high level of accuracy as determined by the department.
Maintains an hourly rate of productivity as determined by the department.
Participates in spot-check verification processes to evaluate order accuracy and packaging effectiveness.
* Maintains a high level of awareness for navigating through areas prone to lift-truck operation and reports unsafe practices should they be observed. Identifies and reports any visible damage to warehouse rack componentry or Material Handling Equipment that is deemed unsafe for use.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Exhibits safe product handling and packaging techniques to reduce the need to reship incorrect or damaged products to end users.
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime.
Participates in all scheduled physical inventory events and selected cycle counts to maintain inventory levels within an acceptable standard and to ensure product availability to our patients.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality or services. Participates in special projects and department initiatives and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.
Exhibits a progression toward understanding and exhibiting the required skills for receiving and stocking practices and the direct correlation to the order fulfillment side of the operations.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Houston Methodist, the Distribution Tech position is responsible for accurately filling all supply orders submitted by Houston Methodist's network hospitals, offsite clinical care centers and corporate departments. This position supports the efforts of the offsite, HM Distribution Center through routine tasks associated with order fulfillment, standardized packaging, shipment preparation and best practices for inventory control. The Distribution Tech position provides support to hospital-based Par Replenishment Teams for low unit of measure (LUM) supply replenishment and with respect to their defined schedules for re-stocking clinical care areas at each campus.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Experience
Two years of experience working in a material handling/distribution environment required.
* Prior experience in a healthcare product distribution or related industry preferred.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
MHE HM - Houston Methodist Material Handling Equipment Certified (HM) - Houston Methodist Two year renewal required within 60 days
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Basic knowledge of current logistics/material handling practices and procedures with a specific emphasis on order fulfillment and inventory control processes.
Ability to complete work within designated time frames.
* Demonstrate proficiency in operating a personal computer or hand-held device for completing basic inventory control procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a team-focused work unit that actively helps one another achieve department goals. Works with Logistics Shift Lead and fellow technicians to find the most efficient means for completing assigned orders and meet the day’s scheduled truck departures.
Works collaboratively with the Sr. Distribution Techs to locate items that require restocking or recently processed within the receiving area and staged for put away.
Interacts with co-workers and customers in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve outstanding customer service. Communicates clearly and professionally to promote both work efforts and problem resolution.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Properly identifies self as order processor through completion of orders and accepts accountability for items incorrectly pulled and shipped.
Ensures all fulfilled supply orders are complete and properly palletized according to the designation provided for each Material Stock Request (MSR) and with consideration toward defined schedules for delivery.
Works with Inventory Control staff in identifying inaccuracies related to item storage location, labeling, and incorrect units of measure or item expiration. Corrects verifiable errors for work completed and demonstrates a learned approach to preventing similar errors for future work assigned.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Maintains a high level of accuracy as determined by the department.
Maintains an hourly rate of productivity as determined by the department.
Participates in spot-check verification processes to evaluate order accuracy and packaging effectiveness.
* Maintains a high level of awareness for navigating through areas prone to lift-truck operation and reports unsafe practices should they be observed. Identifies and reports any visible damage to warehouse rack componentry or Material Handling Equipment that is deemed unsafe for use.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Exhibits safe product handling and packaging techniques to reduce the need to reship incorrect or damaged products to end users.
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime.
Participates in all scheduled physical inventory events and selected cycle counts to maintain inventory levels within an acceptable standard and to ensure product availability to our patients.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality or services. Participates in special projects and department initiatives and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.
Exhibits a progression toward understanding and exhibiting the required skills for receiving and stocking practices and the direct correlation to the order fulfillment side of the operations.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: No
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Distribution Operations Manager
Target large 3PL and retail employers
Third-party logistics companies and national retailers sponsor far more distribution management roles than smaller operators. Larger organizations have established immigration counsel, existing LCA infrastructure, and the budget to absorb sponsorship costs without hesitation.
Lead with measurable operations outcomes
Sponsoring employers need to justify the petition to USCIS. Quantify throughput improvements, error rate reductions, and team size managed. Numbers make the specialty occupation argument concrete and give immigration attorneys stronger evidence to work with.
Clarify your degree field upfront
H-1B specialty occupation requires a directly related bachelor's degree. Supply chain management, industrial engineering, and business logistics degrees align well. A general business degree may require additional documentation showing relevance to the specific distribution role offered.
Ask about TN status if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
TN visas apply to industrial engineers and management consultants, categories that can cover distribution operations roles depending on job duties. TN processing is faster and cheaper than H-1B, and there is no lottery or annual cap to navigate.
Negotiate sponsorship timing before accepting an offer
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed in April for an October start. If your OPT or current status expires before then, confirm your employer will file cap-exempt or bridge your status through a grace period arrangement before signing anything.
Document your specialty occupation case carefully
USCIS scrutinizes distribution and operations management roles because some adjudicators question whether they require a specific degree. Your petition should include industry wage surveys, job postings requiring degrees, and a detailed duties breakdown tied directly to academic coursework.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Distribution Operations Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires a strong petition. USCIS has historically questioned whether operations and distribution management roles require a specific bachelor's degree, as opposed to any degree. Your employer's attorney should document that the role requires a degree in supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or a closely related field, and that industry hiring norms reflect this standard.
Which visa types are most commonly used to sponsor Distribution Operations Managers?
H-1B visa is the most common pathway for this role. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN status as industrial engineers if the job duties align with that classification. Candidates with extraordinary achievement in logistics leadership may also explore the O-1A, though that standard is high and rarely applied to mid-level operations management roles.
What degree does an employer typically require to sponsor a Distribution Operations Manager?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, industrial engineering, operations management, or business administration with a logistics concentration. A general business or unrelated degree weakens the H-1B specialty occupation argument. Some employers accept a combination of a two-year degree plus substantial, directly relevant work experience to meet USCIS equivalency standards.
How can I find Distribution Operations Manager jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists distribution and logistics management roles specifically from employers willing to sponsor work visas. Filtering by sponsorship availability saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process. Employers on Migrate Mate have already indicated their willingness to sponsor, which means fewer wasted applications and faster traction.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Distribution Operations Manager role?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsoring employer, transfer your H-1B, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before the grace period expires. If your I-140 was approved and has been pending for over 180 days, portability rules may protect your priority date even if you change employers.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Distribution Operations Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.