Distribution Associate I (12 Month Contract)

Stryker Corporation; Hamilton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Stryker Corporation, a leading medical technology company, seeks a Distribution Associate I to support daily warehouse operations, including receiving, restocking, picking, packing and shipping, while ensuring GMP-compliant processes.

The role emphasizes inventory accuracy, proper documentation, and maintaining SOPs, with a 12-month contract, 2:00 PM–10:00 PM shifts at the Waterdown, ON facility.

Qualifications

• Secondary School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Post-secondary education in Distribution, Supply Chain or Logistics (preferred).
• 2+ years in Distribution Center, manufacturing, or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, sort, verify, and receive incoming goods against packing slips and invoices.
• Pick, pack, and verify products for shipment.
• Perform cycle counts and support inventory accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain records of products received, transferred, and shipped.
• Identify and report discrepancies involving drugs and natural health products to Quality Assurance.
• Plan and prioritize daily responsibilities to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain training and follow SOPs.
• Identify opportunities for procedural updates or improvements.

Skills

Inventory control

Receiving

Cycle counts

ERP/WMS knowledge

GMP compliance

Education

Secondary School diploma

Post-secondary education in Distribution/Logistics

Tools

Oracle ERP/WMS

Job description

Work Flexibility: Onsite Location: 2 Medicorum Place, Waterdown, ON Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM Contract Term: 12 months

As the Distribution Associate I, you will support daily warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, restocking, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory control. You will ensure products and materials are accurately received, stored, documented, and prepared for shipment in accordance with established procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. This role also supports inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and the efficient flow of goods through the facility.

What You Will Do:

• Inspect, sort, verify, and receive incoming goods against packing slips and invoices in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and company procedures.


• Pick, pack, and verify products for accurate and timely shipment.


• Perform cycle counts and support inventory accuracy.


• Prepare and maintain accurate records of products received, transferred, and shipped.


• Identify and report discrepancies involving drugs and natural health products to Quality Assurance.


• Plan and prioritize daily responsibilities to ensure work is completed on time.


• Maintain required training and follow departmental and company standard operating procedures (SOPs).


• Identify and communicate opportunities for procedural updates or operational improvements based on day-to-day activities.

What You Need:

Required:

• Secondary School diploma or equivalent


• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Preferred:

• Post-Secondary education (Distribution, Supply Chain or Logistics focus)


• 2+ years of experience in Distribution Center, manufacturing, or similar environment


• Basic knowledge of operating within an ERP and/or WMS system (e.g., Oracle)

$42,400 - $56,500 CAD Annual Travel Percentage: 0%

Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com

Work Flexibility Remote – Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. Field-based – You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based. Onsite – Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. Hybrid – You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.