Material Handler

Job Posting

We are the makers of possible. BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of usfrom design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per yearto look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Schedule: Tues - Sat, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Position Summary

This position performs warehouse/material distribution tasks relative to the receiving and shipment of product. Moves inventory by operating a forklift.

Essential Roles

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Unloads inbound trucks (inter-company deliveries, vendors, etc.)
• Loads outbound trucks (inter-company shipments, off-site warehouse, etc.)
• Locates and retrieves products as well as replenishes picking locations using FEFO methodology.
• Moves pallets on dock.
• May be required to physically stack/transport product from larger sterilization pallet to regular pallet before moving by forklift to dock.
• Ensures all assigned duties are safely completed in a timely manner in accordance with department standards and by following department procedures.
• Maintains an acceptable work area as in GMPs.
• Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP.
• Must take safety first and work diligently to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedure designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.
• Perform warehouse associate duties.
• Train new hires on RF functions.
• Regular and reliable attendance at work.
• Safety shoes required for position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience of 1 year consecutive relevant experience
• 1 year minimum experience with MHE (forklifts) like Reach Trucks, required
• Certified/Licensed to operate material handling equipment.
• Minimum 1 year experience using an RF scanner

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

• Ability to work Tues - Sat, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents
• Ability to work under minimal direction
• Proficiency in working in an environment dedicated to measuring performance
• Concentrate and be on alert at all times
• Work well with others.
• Safe operation of MHE.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Must have good basic math skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems, interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form and adapt to shifting priorities.

Physical Demands:

• While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, frequent use of hands to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers.
• The employee may occasionally climb.
• The job may require lifting over 50 lbs in some areas but not all.

Work Environment:

• Work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, and extreme weather conditions.
• It is hot in the summer months (no AC) and cold in the winter months (limited heating). Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why join us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.