Material Handler

Merit Medical Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device manufacturer in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated warehouse associate. The role involves retrieving parts for production, ensuring supplies are available for assembly, and maintaining a clean work environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a high school diploma and basic math knowledge. Join a team committed to improving patient lives through innovative medical solutions.

Benefits

Medical/Dental & Other Insurances

Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

3 Weeks' Vacation

401K

Health Savings Account

Qualifications

• Three months of work experience required.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Pulls parts and supplies from the warehouse for production.
• Maintains cleanliness of assigned machines and areas.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word Processing

Database Software

Job description

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Responsible for pulling parts and supplies from the warehouse which are needed for production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Obtains parts from the warehouse for use in production and verifies the part's lot number to ensure that the proper materials are used.
2. Pulls supplies for assembly workers and ensures that supplies are stocked and readily available for assembly workers.
3. Prints inventory labels and puts the parts in production bins for easy handling by the production workers.
4. Visually checks to ensure that production workers have the products they need.
5. Records the amounts of pulled products.
6. Maintains cleanliness of assigned machines and areas.
7. Performs other related tasks, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.
• Writing
• Sitting
• Standing
• Bending
• Visual acuity
• Color perception
• Depth perception
• Reading
• Field of vision/peripheral
• Fine motor skills
• Noise
• Chemical vapors
• Soldering fumes

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Three months of work experience.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and the ability to apply it in a work situation.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three months of previous warehouse experience.

COMPETENCIES

• Production part retrieval/lot number verification
• Material flow/handling
• Raw materials
• Documentation

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III: The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

• Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights
• Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)
• Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic
• Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias
• Employee Garden | Gardening Classes
• 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays
• 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force and clinical support team totaling in excess of 500 individuals. Merit employs approximately 6,000 people worldwide with facilities in South Jordan, Utah; Pearland, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Aliso Viejo, California; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; Paris, France; Galway, Ireland; Beijing, China; Tijuana, Mexico; Joinville, Brazil; Ontario, Canada; Melbourne, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Reading, United Kingdom; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Singapore.

UNDERSTAND. INNOVATE. DELIVER.

Merit Medical is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit has made it a priority to understand customers, innovate, and deliver life-changing products and services.