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Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Forklift Operator supports warehouse and material distribution operations by receiving, moving, storing, and shipping product. This role operates forklifts and other material handling equipment to safely and efficiently move inventory throughout the facility while following established quality, safety, and operational procedures.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Unload inbound trucks, including intercompany deliveries and vendor shipments.
• Load outbound trucks, including intercompany shipments and shipments to off-site warehouse locations.
• Locate and retrieve products and replenish picking locations using FEFO (First Expired, First Out) methodology.
• Move pallets safely and efficiently on the dock.
• As required, physically stack or transfer product from larger sterilization pallets to standard pallets before moving product by forklift to the dock.
• Complete assigned duties safely and in a timely manner while following department standards and established procedures.
• Maintain the assigned work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Follow Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain a safety-first approach and follow proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.
• Perform warehouse associate duties as needed.
• Train new hires on RF functions.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Wear required safety shoes while performing the position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED, or a minimum of one year of consecutive relevant work experience.

Minimum of one year of prior experience operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including reach trucks, with prior employer-provided MHE training and certification.

Minimum of one year of experience using an RF scanner

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents.
• Ability to work with minimal direction.
• Ability to work effectively in a performance-driven environment where results are measured.
• Ability to remain focused and alert while performing assigned duties.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems, interpret a variety of written and verbal instructions, and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Demands

While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, reach, push/pull, grasp, hear, twist, and lift. The position also requires frequent use of the hands and fingers for handling, picking, or typing, which may include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, or fingers.

• Occasional climbing may be required.
• Some areas may require lifting more than 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Work may be performed near moving mechanical equipment, in high or precarious locations, and under varying or extreme weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles may occur.

Noise levels in the work environment range from moderate to loud.

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Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

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