Job Description Summary

Job Description

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 us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to 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. 

General Summary                                      

The Custodian is responsible for performing various housekeeping duties inside and on the grounds of the facility.  This associate ensures that the facility is in condition to operate across multiple shifts.  The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive.  The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position.

Duties and Responsibilities      

• Responsible for keeping assigned areas clean and in orderly fashion and to document all cleaning activities per SOP guidelines.
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of housekeeping supplies and entering supply orders.
• May provide training and housekeeping techniques to other staff members. 
• Responsible for running the floor scrubber in the warehouse and parking lots. Will also maintain the scrubber.
• Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in SOP and work instructions.
• Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP.
• Must follow all safety instructions to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedures designed to prevent injuries and illnesses. 
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to train new hires on various warehouse functions.
• Must adhere to attendance policies.
• Required to maintain current status in C2C training modules.

Materiel Handling Equipment

• Material handling equipment must be operated in a safe manner by designated associates only.  All damage and/or maintenance issues must be reported immediately. 
• Equipment must be kept neat and orderly in compliance with established procedures. 

Safety and Security

• Associates are responsible for performing their job activities in a safe and reasonable manner and in accordance with safety requirements.
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse and conduct all activities in a manner that promotes a safe environment. 
• All injuries, accidents, unsafe acts, hazards or conditions must be reported immediately. 
• Report any suspicious persons or activity.

Quality

• Understand organizational quality goals.

Sanitation and Housekeeping

• Maintain a clean and professional image. 
• To ensure the cleanliness of the facility, follow guidelines as outlined.
• The associate must maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area at all times.

Hazmat Training

• This associate may be provided with Hazmat training to include general awareness, function specific, security awareness, security plan and safety training.

Cross-training

Become knowledgeable with the responsibilities of the other warehouse positions.  Assist as required.  Act as back up at times of absence or vacation. 

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate MHE (material handling equipment).
• Experience in general housekeeping and light maintenance preferred. 
• General knowledge of housekeeping equipment, chemicals, products and techniques.
• Ability to perform light general facility maintenance.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions (Per the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990). 
• 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 hand to finger, handle, feel, pick or type which can include repetitive motion of the wrists, hands or fingers. 
• The associate may occasionally be required to climb.
• The job may require lifting over 50lbs in some areas but not all. 
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
• The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical equipment, exposure to precarious situations and potential temperature excursions. 
• Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles.
• Employee must have normal field of vision corrected to 20/40 in each eye and must have hearing sufficient to safely operate MHE in a manufacturing/distribution environment.
• This position requires a pre-employment physical exam.

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.  

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

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. 

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