Warehouse Associate

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.

Shift: Tuesday - Friday 7am-5:30pm

This position is responsible for warehouse/material distribution tasks relative to the receiving and shipment of product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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.

• Processing customer orders, to include: scanning bar codes, labeling boxes, picking product, and preparing packages for shipment.

• Palletizing to include scanning, retrieving and placing completed orders on pallets.

• Re-palletizing products for shipment.

• May be responsible for dock manifest duties which include scanning completed pallets and running shrink wrapper.

• May be responsible for operating the ground/manual manifest station.

• May be required to transport pallets by material handling equipment.

• Ensures all assigned duties are completed in a timely manner in accordance with departmental standards and by following departmental procedures.

• Maintains an acceptable work area as outlined in the Quality System Regulations (QSR).

• Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP.

• Must take safety first and be able to work diligently to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedure designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.

• Regular and reliable attendance at work.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements included in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to effectively communicate ideas/business

• Ability to work in a fast paced distribution environment

• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents

• Ability to work well with other employees

• Ability to work under minimal supervision

• Ability to operate material handling equipment and RF scanner

• Ability to perform/operate in a metrics-driven environment

• May be required to operate an electric pallet jack

• Basic analytical skills

• Basic organizational skills

• Good prioritization skills

• General computer skills

• General distribution knowledge

• General QSR knowledge

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required or 1 year relevant equivalent experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Good communication skills

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Must have good basic math skills

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to solve practical problems.

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.

• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities.

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. While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, crouching, reaching, grasping, talking, hearing, twisting, 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 be required to kneel, push or pull. The job can require lifting over 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position will almost always have exposure to work near moving mechanical parts, extreme weather conditions and vibration. Occasionally the position will have exposure to work in high, precarious places and fumes/airborne particles. It is hot in the summer months (no AC) and cold in the winter months (limited heating). The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

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.

Primary Work Location USA GA - Covington Global Dist Center

Additional Locations

Work Shift US BD 1st Shift 7am-530pm Tue-Fri (United States of America)