Material Handler Assistant Coordinator - Weekends

100 Merit Medical Systems, Inc.; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental Insurance

Onsite medical clinic

Two onsite cafeterias

Employee garden

3 weeks vacation, 1 week sick leave, +

Job summary

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. in South Jordan, Utah, is hiring for a weekend shift Material Handler. The role involves directing Material Handling tasks, assisting with interviews, and coordinating with planning and production to maintain material flow. Schedule: Friday–Sunday 5:30am–5:30pm.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with related experience, strong math, and solid communication skills. Proficiency with basic computer tools and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to a High School Diploma with two years of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math and the ability to apply it in a work situation.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with others to accomplish goals.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to work under strict time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the work responsibilities for the Material Handlers, and ensures the proper and efficient completion of assignments and processes.
• Assists with interviewing job applicants.
• Provides supervisor employee performance information for their evaluation process and assist with the performance review.
• Trains Material Handlers regarding job responsibilities.
• Problem solves clean room issues by locating work orders and parts and responding to paper work questions and concerns.
• Makes minor adjustments to work order pick lists.
• Works with the Production and Inventory Clerk teams to verify pick lists, lot numbers and materials inventory counts.
• Notifies Planning, Purchasing and Production of material shortages and responds to adjustments in production schedules.
• Organizes and participates in team meetings.
• Compiles and records data for team goals and management distribution.
• Operates forklifts, order pickers, and other warehouse equipment.
• Performs cycle counts and inventories for raw materials.
• Performs other related duties and tasks as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Math proficiency

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma

2 years related experience

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Database

Job description

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.

WORK SHIFT WKND (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

As instructed by the supervisor, provides direction and coordinates work for the Material Handling area.

SCHEDULE: Friday - Sunday 5:30am-5:30pm

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Coordinates the work responsibilities for the Material Handlers, and ensures the proper and efficient completion of assignments and processes.
2. Assists with interviewing job applicants.
3. Provides supervisor employee performance information for their evaluation process and assist with the performance review.
4. Trains Material Handlers regarding job responsibilities.
5. Problem solves clean room issues by locating work orders and parts and responding to paper work questions and concerns.
6. Makes minor adjustments to work order pick lists.
7. Works with the Production and Inventory Clerk teams to verify pick lists, lot numbers and materials inventory counts.
8. Notifies Planning, Purchasing and Production of material shortages and responds to adjustments in production schedules.
9. Organizes and participates in team meetings.
10. Compiles and records data for team goals and management distribution.
11. Operates forklifts, order pickers, and other warehouse equipment.
12. Performs cycle counts and inventories for raw materials.
13. Performs other related duties and 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

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education equivalent to a High School Diploma, with two years of related experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic math and the ability to apply it in a work situation.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with others to accomplish goals.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to work under strict time constraints and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

COMPETENCIES

• Production part retrieval/lot number verification
• Material flow/handling
• Raw material cycle counts/inventory
• 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.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.

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.