Associate Material Handler

Edwards Lifesciences Gruppe; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in heart innovations seeks an Associate Material Handler to support its warehouse operations in Salt Lake City. This role involves not only the handling of materials but also ensuring accurate documentation and inventory management, making it vital to patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Candidates are expected to have a high school diploma and skills in organization, communication, and teamwork, with a preference for forklift certification. The position emphasizes adherence to safety protocols and a commitment to quality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse environment preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred, to be achieved within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill material requisitions by locating and verifying requested materials.
• Receive materials into the warehouse and conduct inventory cycle counts.
• Inspect lift equipment prior to operation and maintain general housekeeping.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Basic math calculations

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Associate Material Handler

Apply locations USA - Utah – Salt Lake City time type Full time posted on Posted 10 Days Ago job requisition id Req-39513

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Material Handler position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

This role supports specified Warehouse and/or Distribution operation by performing related area material handling functions for shipping, receiving, and raw materials (including limited chemical handling) in accordance to Edwards' policies and procedures.

How you'll make an impact:
• Material requisition fulfillment, including locating, verifying, and labeling requested materials, and performing required system transaction and delivering materials to the area specified on the requisition, in keeping with established work instructions and SOPs
• Receive materials into the warehouse from production returns and/or QA released purchase orders, verify count of goods received and transfer to physical stock location accompanied by the appropriate JDE transaction.
• Perform weekly inventory cycle counts and annual physical inventory count (if required) resolving any discrepancies identified during the process.
• Perform equipment inspection of all lift equipment prior to operation.
• Other incidental duties: General housekeeping of work area and LMS Training

Education and Experience:
H.S. Diploma or equivalent previous experience in a warehouse environment and forklift operation Preferred

What else we look for (Preferred):
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills, able to prioritize and manage competing priorities
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend policies and procedures (English Speaking, preferred)
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately following good documentation practices (GDP)
• Ability to perform basic math calculations including adding, subtracting, and measuring
• Ability to lift 25-50 lbs unassisted (based on need)
• Adhere to Edwards Environmental Health and Safety and Quality guidelines
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision by following detailed instructions
• Forklift certification preferred, and achieved within 6 months
• Work in a team environment
• Basic computer skills required
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

E dwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.