Material Handler - 1st shift Packaging

Medline Industries, LP; City of Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short- and long-term/dis崁

Job summary

NAMIC, a division of Medline, is hiring a Material Handler at its Glens Falls, NY site. You will receive, store, and distribute a wide variety of materials, maintain staged product, and support multiple departments to meet production demand.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to operate labeling and weighing equipment, with a focus on safety and quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing and basic math abilities required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedures.
• Proven organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Distributes materials to production lines and handles replenishment.
• Maintains inventory accuracy and performs cycle counts.
• Ensures staging documentation is complete and signed for compliance.
• Releases and prioritizes job orders with team and supervisor.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area and follows SOPs.

Skills

Reading & math

Strong organizational skills

Hand-eye coordination

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Education

High School diploma or GED

Document Control applications experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

At NAMIC, a division of Medline, every product we manufacture helps healthcare professionals deliver critical patient care. From Cath Lab and Fluid Management products used in potentially life‑saving cardiac procedures to custom solutions shipped worldwide, our work makes a meaningful difference every day. Located in Glens Falls, NY, NAMIC combines the stability and innovation of a global healthcare leader with the supportive culture of a local manufacturing team. We are committed to quality, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement, investing in our employees through training, career growth opportunities, and a workplace where every contribution matters. Join us as we work together to make healthcare run better.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and paid training
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑and long‑term disability
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discounts on Medline products
• On‑site cafeteria
• Monthly employee recognition and celebration events
• Opportunities to give back through community volunteer and charitable programs

See what a career at NAMIC looks like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqiELd02-Fk

Job Description

The primary responsibility of this position involves receiving, maintaining, sorting, storing, and distributing a wide variety of materials for multiple departments, in a timely and accurate fashion. This position is also responsible for maintaining adequate levels of staged product (WIP) to meet production demands.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Distributes materials to production lines (replenishment, staging, stock issues, etc.)
• Performs inventory maintenance functions including condensing/consolidating, cycle counting; maintain a clean and organized supermarket Stock rotation.
• Responsible for ensuring all staging documentation within the Discrete job is present, and completely signed off by applicable parties for compliance.
• Releases and prioritizes job orders in conjunction with materials management partners and supervisor.
• Complies with all applicable company policies, manufacturing procedures, SOP’s, cGMP’s.
• Trains and mentors new material handlers.
• Acts as a resource to others and sets an example for good supermarket material handling practices.
• Responsible for a clean and safe work area.
• Reads and interprets a variety of work schedules, Kanban, Discrete job, bill of materials, pick lists, drawings and SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Operation of material handling equipment (electronic tablets, label machines, pallet jacks, weight scales, etc).
• Ensure accurate product labeling and label accountability.
• Perform accurate data entry transactions within MRP system along with accurately recording information on the Discrete job to ensure material traceability/accountability.
• Manages in order to ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory/legal requirements.
• Build Quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance to all quality requirements.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to actively communicate with Production Lead and/or Production Supervisor. Individual needs to be proactive and able to work in a fast paced environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education & Experience

• High School or GED Level of Degree in the general education field of study preferred.
• Document Control Applications experience preferred.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define and analyze problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions is required. Must be able to work alone with minimal supervision or direction. Ability to seek guidance with superior when necessary.

Other Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, write and compute basic math.
• Ability to take direction.
• Self‑motivated, flexible and cooperative.
• Excellent hand and eye coordination.
• Demonstrated decision making skills and effective problem solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of customized blue prints.
• Proficient in the following computer software applications: Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to effectively communicate both internally and externally.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance, instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work safely and follow all OSHA regulations and company safety policies and procedures. For all on‑job injuries or accidents, must notify manager/supervisor immediately. Exposure to Manufacturing Clean Room environment. Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 35lbs. Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Ability to regularly stand and walk to perform production tasks. Required to perform repetitive movement while demonstrating proficient hand and eye coordination, hand dexterity and good vision. Continual attention to the accuracy of documentation.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet. Noise level in the production work environment is loud. Working environment is dynamic and as a result can be stressful for some people. Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

The anticipated salary range for this position: $17.25 - $25.00 Hourly The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.

Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions, paid time off, as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here.

We’re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We stride to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here.

Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Through our culture of belonging, our agile and resilient global team is determined to get our customers exactly what they need, at the right time, every time.

If you’re a self-starter, eager to grow your career within a high-performing environment, this is the place for you.

Medline is the largest provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions serving all points of care. Through its broad product portfolio, resilient supply chain and leading clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes.

Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. To learn more about how Medline makes healthcare run better, visit www.medline.com.