Material Handler 2, Operations

Job Opportunity At BD

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Shift: Days 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM. 12-hour rotating schedule (C Shift)

To supply and maintain raw materials for the proper injection molding machine. Receive, store, and issue materials using the established KANBAN procedures. Move and stage completed product to the warehouse. Maintain inventory of production supply materials as needed. Properly identify, store, ship, and issue regrind materials. Maintain, clean, and make minor repairs to hopper, plungers, auxiliary grinding, and conveying equipment. Certify on and operate a forklift and scissor lift. Participate in all team meetings, activities, team building initiatives, and continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities:

• Order raw materials for work orders and document material quantities to work orders.
• Supply and maintain the inventory of bags, boxes, totes, pallets and any other production supplies needed.
• Thoroughly clean material hoppers, grinders and bins according to the production schedule, as needed and up to quality standards.
• Supply and maintain regrind usage through the vacuum loading system according to the department procedures.
• Properly identify and label all materials in bins, grinders and gaylords according to the department procedures.
• Ensure regrind is properly stored and identified for reuse or resale.
• Ensure virgin and concentrate materials are supplied to the proper injection molding machine and have been weighed and recorded according to the department procedures.
• Ensure materials that require drying are dried at the proper settings and the proper length of time according to the department procedures and time constraints.
• Maintain all housekeeping requirements for the warehouse and the production floor as defined in the department procedures including all chases, pump room, production floor and warehouse areas within the Molding Department.
• Responsible for taking out production trash a minimum of once per shift.
• Responsible for setting up auxiliary equipment necessary for the particular production run replacing, cleaning, and changing filters and empty barrels.
• Perform minor adjustments to auxiliary and material conveying equipment as needed. Notify and work with Maintenance for equipment troubleshooting and repair as needed.
• Responsible for all required paperwork completion and accuracy.
• Participate in training for back ups and new associates.
• Maintain an open line of communication with all support groups to assure all problems and changes are communicated and resolved in a timely manner.
• Comply with all departmental attendance and performance policies.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement teams and activities, including 5S, Shift Start-up, updating PVD boards, etc.
• Excellent communication skills verbal and written, participating in all Material Tech meetings at shift crossover and start up. Follow up on any action items from previous shift and hold self accountable for timely completion of action items for assigned area.
• Ensure sufficient levels of material in all dryers, hoppers, gaylords, bins, and silo's throughout shift.
• Work with Quality and production to contain, move and store quarantined materials.
• Continuously improve through the KAS program, meeting department goals for completed KAS.
• Works well with others in a professional manner and resolves minor personnel conflict.
• Help support both East and West Molding as needed.
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures including Hazardous Waste regulations. PPE associated with warehouse, forklift, scissor, and production activities required.
• Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.
• Works well individually and in a team setting. Must be self-driven.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

This position requires:

• Minimum Education: High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Minimum of 1 year warehouse and/or manufacturing experience.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Basic understanding of measurement systems.
• Materials/warehouse Inventory.
• Scanner/locating/Kanban.
• Forklift experience.

Basic Knowledge and Skills:

• Effective English Oral/written Communication - Proficient.
• Ability to work as part of a team / Teambuilding - Proficient.
• Self Driven – Advanced.
• Detail Oriented - Advanced.
• Decision Making Ability - Proficient.
• Troubleshooting / Problem Solving - Advanced.
• Safety & Ergonomics – Advanced.
• Quality Systems Knowledge – Proficient.
• Time Management – Advanced.
• Computer Skills / Microsoft Office - Proficient.

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Forklift Operation Preferred.
• Scissor Lift Operation Preferred.

Work Environment:

Minimal makeup, no fake eyelashes, acrylic or polished nails must be covered with gloves. No exposed jewelry (including wedding, tongue and other rings). Clothing should be clean and in good repair. Torn or tattered clothing is unacceptable. Pants or jeans that are severely worn, frayed or too long and drag on the floor are unacceptable. They increase airborne particulate and can act like dust mops. Midriff or halter tops are not allowed. Within the manufacturing areas, legs must be covered. Frequently standing, walking, bending, crouching, pushing, pulling, repetitive firm grasping and foot movement and frequently lifting up to 20 pounds. SMOKING/Vaping/Tobacco use - BD is a smoke free campus. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on BD property. Personal Protective Equipment must be worn and will include a hair net, smock, safety toe shoes, safety glasses, and provided hearing protection. This associate may be expected to stand for long periods of time during their shift.

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. To learn more about BD visit https://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