Material Handler

Becton Dickinson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton Dickinson is seeking a Material Handler in Tucson, AZ to move materials and finished goods within the plant. You will unload shipments at dock, maintain labeling accuracy, and support routine warehouse tasks while following SOPs and safety guidelines.

Please bring a high school diploma, forklift certification, and at least one year of warehouse experience. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Has basic skills training in an analytical / scientific method or operational process area (e.g., material handling and management, logistics).
• Ability to read, write, interpret and comprehend documents written in English and perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to perform/operate in a metrics-driven environment.
• General computer skills.
• Works independently with minimal guidance.
• Effective communication skills at a level co-worker.
• Minimal required supervision.
• Set priorities among multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Move materials, parts, and finished products within the Tucson plant.
• Receive At dock process for carriers delivering finish goods, including unloading and proper handling.
• Ensure cleanliness in shipping/receiving areas.
• May maintain records.
• Attach correct labels to product received or processed.
• Develop skills in basic tasks within one skill area.
• Follow SOPs and quality guidelines.
• Notify Quality Representative of quality problems.
• Maintain warehouse quality standards and report damages.
• Adhere to safety regulations of the warehouse.
• Coordinate work with team members; demonstrate teamwork and company core values.
• Operate radio frequency devices or computer systems as required.
• Ensure compliance with regulations affecting the warehouse.
• Adhere to BD Quality, Safety, and Environmental manuals and enterprise IT systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be available to rotate shifts as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Reading & writing English

Metrics-driven

General computer skills

Independent worker

Effective communication

Prioritization

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year warehouse experience

Forklift certification

Licenses/training as needed

Tools

None

Job description

Job Summary

The material handler uses a variety of equipment such as forklifts, conveyers, handcarts, to move materials, parts, and finished products within the Tucson plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Move materials, parts, and finished products within the Tucson plant.
• "Receive At dock" Process as per SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) for Carriers delivering Finish Good material to include unloading of goods and supplies and ensure the proper handling of the same.
• Ensure the Cleanliness, housekeeping on shipping and receiving area.
• May maintain records.
• Ensuring correct and complete identifying labels are attached to all product processed when received, prior to storing or processed.
• Develops skills in basic tasks, techniques and procedures within one skill area / process / method.
• Applies basic knowledge and skills to complete routine tasks consisting of prescribed steps.
• Works within clearly defined SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and / or scientific methods and adheres to quality guidelines.
• Notify Quality Representative and crew leader/ supervisor of quality problems.
• Maintain quality Standards, requirements within the warehouse and keeping track of all damage, reporting the same to the supervisor’s authorities.
• Working in accordance with all Safety regulation of the warehouse.
• Coordinating work with fellow workers and other team members. Teamwork environment is to be reflected as well as company core competencies/core values in performing work duties.
• Using a held hand radio frequency, computer system or desktop computer system as required.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations that affect and impact the warehouse.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards as defined in BD Quality, Safety and Environmental manual and enterprise I.T System.
• Any other duties as assigned.
• Availability to rotate shifts based on operational needs.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• (1) year warehouse experience or related experience and/or training.
• 1 year experience.
• Forklift certification.
• Obtains and/or maintains appropriate licenses / training / certifications, as needed.

Knowledge and Skills

• Has basic skills training in an analytical / scientific method or operational process area (e.g., material handling and management, logistics).
• Ability to read, write, interpret and comprehend documents written in English and perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to perform/operate in a metrics-driven environment.
• General computer skills.
• Works independently with minimal guidance.
• Effective communication skills at a level co-worker.
• Minimal required supervision.
• Set priorities among multiple tasks.

Physical Demands

Must be able to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry materials; stand and walk for extended periods; and perform repetitive bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the workday.

Why Join Us

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Primary Work Location

USA AZ - Tucson - Valencia Road Additional Locations

We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real‑life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally protected characteristics.

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to 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, and other legally-protected characteristics.