Forklift Operator

BD; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

BD, a leading global medical technology company, seeks a Forklift Operator to manage warehouse tasks. Responsibilities include unloading trucks and handling inventory with precision, while ensuring a safe working environment. Join BD to play a vital role in advancing healthcare solutions in Covington, GA.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum experience with MHE (forklifts) required.
• Certified/Licensed to operate material handling equipment.
• Minimum 1 year experience using an RF scanner.

Responsibilities

• Unload inbound trucks and load outbound trucks.
• Locate and retrieve products and replenish picking locations.
• Ensure all assigned duties are safely completed in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Ability to work under minimal direction

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Join to apply for the Forklift Operator role at BD

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Forklift Operator role at BD

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.

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.

Schedule: Tues - Sat, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Position Summary

This position performs warehouse/material distribution tasks relative to the receiving and shipment of product. Moves inventory by operating a forklift.

Essential Roles

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Unloads inbound trucks (inter-company deliveries, vendors, etc.)
• Loads outbound trucks (inter-company shipments, off-site warehouse, etc.)
• Locates and retrieves products as well as replenishes picking locations using FEFO methodology.
• Moves pallets on dock.
• May be required to physically stack/transport product from larger sterilization pallet to regular pallet before moving by forklift to dock.
• Ensures all assigned duties are safely completed in a timely manner in accordance with department standards and by following department procedures.
• Maintains an acceptable work area as in GMPs.
• Responsible for following Good Documentation Practices (GDP) as outlined in SOP.
• Must take safety first and work diligently to maintain safe working conditions and to adhere to proper operating practices and procedure designed to prevent injuries and illnesses.
• Perform warehouse associate duties.
• Train new hires on RF functions.
• Regular and reliable attendance at work.
• Safety shoes required for position.
  
  

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience of 1 year consecutive relevant experience
• 1 year minimum experience with MHE (forklifts) like Reach Trucks, required
• Certified/Licensed to operate material handling equipment.
• Minimum 1 year experience using an RF scanner
  
  

Knowledge, Skill, And Abilities

• Ability to work Tues - Sat, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents
• Ability to work under minimal direction
• Proficiency in working in an environment dedicated to measuring performance
• Concentrate and be on alert at all times
• Work well with others.
• Safe operation of MHE.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Must have good basic math skills.
• Ability to solve practical problems, interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form and adapt to shifting priorities.
  
  

Physical Demands

• While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to episodes of walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, hearing, twisting, lifting, 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 climb.
• The job may require lifting over 50 lbs in some areas but not all.
  
  

Work Environment

• Work near moving mechanical parts, work in high, precarious places, and extreme weather conditions.
• It is hot in the summer months (no AC) and cold in the winter months (limited heating). Occasionally the position will have exposure to fumes/airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
  
  

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 visithttps://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.

#earlycareer

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

USA GA - Covington Global Dist Center

Additional Locations

Work Shift

US BD 1st Shift 5am-130pm (United States of America)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Research Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BD by 2x

Get notified about new Forklift Operator jobs in Covington, GA.

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift (Must Have Forklift Exp)

Material Handler - Sun to Wed shift 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Direct Send)

Forklift Operator (Must Have Forklift Exp)

Forklift Operator - Required Exp in Cherry Picker & Stock Picker (Urgent Need)

Forklift Operator - Tuesday - Friday (6 am to 4:30 pm)

Warehouse/Material Handler - Hours 8pm - 6:30am Monday - Thursday

Warehouse/Material Handler - (Reach & order picker forklift needed) - 9am to 5:30pm

Material Handler - Reach/order picker forklift needed (Tuesday - Friday (6 am to 4:30 pm)

Warehouse/Material Handler - 8pm - 6:30am Monday - Thursday (Heavy Lifting is Req)

Material Handler - Reach/order picker forklift needed/Stand up Forklift Required

Material Handler - Sunday thru Wednesday, 5am-3:30pm

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift (Must have proven experience on reach forklifts)

Material Handler - (Sunday thru Wednesday, 5am-3:30p)

Material Handler/Warehouse Operator - Thursday - Saturday, 5am-5:30pm

Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift 8 PM - 6:30 AM (Must Have Reach lift & cherry picker Exp)

Material Handler (Must Have Crown high reach forklift Exp) 1st Shift

Material Handler (Must Have Reach Forklift Exp)

Material Handler- Need Stand up forklift Operators (3rd Shift 8:00 pm -6:30 pm) (M-T)

Material Handler (Must Have Cherry Picker Exp) - 1st Shift

Material Handler (Must Have Reach/Turret Forklift, Lift Cherry Picker) -3rd Shift 8 PM - 6.30 AM

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.