Material Handler I 1st Shift

Bausch + Lomb; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Bausch + Lomb in Woodruff, SC, is seeking an entry-level Material Handler I to support production and warehouse operations. The role handles receiving, moving, staging, and issuing materials under established procedures and supervision.

Successful candidates will complete new-hire orientation, obtain forklift certification, and learn to use RF units, ERP Lx, and related documentation. Strong safety discipline and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No prior warehouse experience required; forklift or distribution experience preferred.
• Must be able to operate Powered Industrial Equipment after qualification.
• In-house forklift certification and hearing test required; ERP Lx and RF-unit training provided.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel and ERP systems; strong safety and GDP knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Learn and safely perform basic material-handling activities to support production and warehouse operations.
• Receive, move, stage, and issue materials under supervision.
• Complete new-hire orientation and training; perform forklift operations after certification.
• Assist with loading/unloading trucks and routine warehouse housekeeping.
• Follow SOPs, safety rules, and document control procedures.

Skills

Reading and math comprehension

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

ERP Lx

RF units

Job description

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.

Objectives/Purpose Of Job

Material Handler I is an entry-level warehouse position responsible for learning and safely performing basic material-handling activities that support production and warehouse operations. The position receives, retrieves, moves, stages, and issues materials under established procedures and supervision.

Key Activities/Responsibilities

• Complete new-hire orientation and assigned Bausch + Lomb training.
• Complete in-house forklift / Powered Industrial Truck certification and required hearing test before independent equipment operation.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks, staging materials, and routine warehouse housekeeping.
• Learn to use RF units, ERP Lx, and applicable documentation to support accurate material movement and transactions.
• Follow approved SOPs, GDP requirements, safety rules, and instructions from the immediate supervisor or qualified trainer.
• Support production and warehouse activities as assigned while developing operational qualifications.

Qualifications/Training

• High School Diploma or GED.
• No prior relevant warehouse experience required. Forklift or manufacturing/distribution experience is preferred. Cherry Picker a plus
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of a warehouse material-handling position and safely operate assigned Powered Industrial Equipment after qualification. Specific physical-demand and work-environment language must be confirmed through the approved Human Resources and EHS review process.
• In-house forklift / PIT certification and hearing test; Initial ERP Lx and RF-unit training as assigned; Applicable general Bausch + Lomb SOP training.
• Basic awareness of warehouse safety and material flow. Ability to learn operational procedures, equipment, documentation requirements, and electronic systems through structured hands-on training.
• Strong reading and math comprehension; effective written and verbal communication; attention to detail; problem solving; teamwork; and the ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Excel, ERP Lx, RF units, and applicable web-based systems as required by the role.
• Performs work safely and in accordance with applicable SOPs, training requirements, quality standards, GDP expectations, and regulatory requirements.

Eligibility For Internal Applicants

Have no corrective actions at the written warning level in last six months / no final warning level in the last 12 months / no active PIP.

Meet The Qualifications Of The Position As Stated Above.

Be in your current job for 12 months. Position applying for must be a step up in progression and not a step down.

Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm (OT every other weekend)

This position may be available in the following location: Woodruff, SC

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Our US Benefit Programs Employee Benefits: Bausch + Lomb

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.