Forklift Driver - Associate Technician Shipping/Receiving & Distribution

Danaher; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to improving healthcare through innovative diagnostic solutions. As an Associate Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the distribution center. Your responsibilities will include receiving and shipping products, managing inventory, and operating industrial equipment. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive and grow in your career, supported by a culture that values diversity and inclusion. With a competitive pay range and a comprehensive benefits package, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the healthcare industry.

Benefits

4 weeks of vacation

5% annual bonus opportunity

Pay for performance merit increases

401K contributions

Full medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Volunteer Time-Off (VTO)

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs multiple times during shifts.
• Experience with powered industrial equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and ship products while ensuring accurate documentation.
• Operate powered industrial equipment and assist in inventory management.

Skills

Inventory Control

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Oracle

Microsoft Applications

Job description

Wondering what’s within Beckman Coulter Diagnostics? Take a closer look.

At first glance, you’ll see that for more than 80 years we’ve been dedicated to advancing and optimizing the laboratory to move science and healthcare forward. Join a team where you can be heard, be supported, and always be yourself. We’re building a culture that celebrates backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all our associates. Look again and you’ll see we are invested in you, providing the opportunity to build a meaningful career, be creative, and try new things with the support you need to be successful.

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges.

The Associate Technician for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for the incoming and outgoing of materials, reagents, instruments, or equipment to meet customer expectations which involve receiving, shipping, and inventory/material control.

This position is part of the Distribution Center located in Hebron, KY and will be on-site. At Beckman Coulter, our vision is to relentlessly reimagine healthcare, one diagnosis at a time.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Receive and store product, pick and pack product for shipment, and ship orders. Inspect materials for orders verifying accurate quantity, lot number, expiration dates and product part number.
• Create and/or ensure appropriate documentation is completed for orders. Reconcile inventory and may perform cycle counts and data entry functions as assigned.
• Operate powered industrial equipment such as power jacks, forklifts, cherry pickers, and/or reach trucks. Identify and solve routine problems in the work area with the management team. Assist the management team on organizational improvement projects such as lean and quality initiatives.

The essential requirements/functions of the job include:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, multiple times during an 8-to-10-hour shift.
• Push/Pull/Bend/Twist: multiple times, up to 2 to 4 hours continuously during an 8-to-10-hour shift.
• Sitting: 0% of the time.
• Standing/Walking: Approximately 2 to 4 hours continuously during an 8-to-10-hour shift.
• Climbing/Kneeling: 0% of the time.
• Hand Movement: Repetitive movement including gripping, grasping, and manipulation. Approximately 2 to 4 hours intermittently during an 8 to 10 hours shift.
• (If Applicable) Driving/Operating Equipment: Powered equipment (Forklift, reach truck/cherry picker) is required and must be able to cross train and work in multiple areas of the facility as needed.
• Machinery: General conveyor systems and Forklift equipment.
• Environment: Exposure to cold (35 – 46 degrees F), for approx. 2.5 hours continuously during an 8-to-10-hour shift. Provided PPE includes insulated/high visibility jacket, gloves, and hand warming packs.
• Sitewide PPE: Steel Toe Shoes.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Computer experience using Oracle and Microsoft applications and have experience working on high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.

Benefits:

The starting pay range is $18.00-$23.05 an hour. Base can increase dependent upon the following:

• Differential pay for forklift drivers (reach truck/cherry picker).
• Increased pay for working in the refrigerated area.
• Dynamic pay increases as you grow into each of our four additional levels of warehouse associates.

In addition to these extras, you will receive our comprehensive benefits package starting on the first day of employment that includes:

• 4 weeks of vacation per year.
• Opportunity to receive up to a 5% annual bonus based on total wages.
• Pay for performance merit increase culture.
• Up to 5% vested on 401K contributions.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.

We also encourage our associates to have fun and be active in the community through our paid Volunteer Time-Off (VTO) program! So, whether it's sports, cooking, dancing, or volunteering time, at Beckman Coulter, we look out for your total well-being.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace, and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers, and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation.