Product Evaluation Operator I

KARL STORZ; City of Auburn (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KARL STORZ North America is seeking a Product Evaluation Operator I to ensure quality, safety, and performance of products before disposition or shipment. This on-site role supports SAP-based workflows and regulatory compliance.

You'll perform testing, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration, with scheduling 2:30 PM–11:00 PM, Monday to Friday. High school diploma and 1 year SAP/ERP/WMS experience required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with SAP, ERP, or WMS.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong communication and punctuality.
• Experience in logistics, warehouse, or manufacturing tasks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate equipment and software to determine disposition (inventory, repair, scrap, etc.).
• Execute SAP transactions and maintain documentation for product evaluations.
• Perform hand-on testing, inspections, and assessments to verify functionality and compliance.
• Follow established KSRAPS-FCO processes for consistent product disposition decisions.
• Support LEAN initiatives, 6S, audits, and visual management.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities and support other operational functions.
• Collaborate across teams while maintaining safety and productivity.

Skills

SAP

ERP/WMS

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

ERP/WMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About KARL STORZ

From the operating room to surgery centers and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.

As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.

About the Role

As a Product Evaluation Operator I, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of KARL STORZ products before they are returned to inventory, repaired, replaced, or shipped to customers. This position is responsible for evaluating medical equipment, instruments, and software using established procedures and SAP-based workflows to determine the appropriate product disposition. As the final quality checkpoint prior to shipment, you will help maintain regulatory compliance, support customer satisfaction, and protect the integrity of products used in clinical and non-clinical environments.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM (on-site)

What You'll Do

• Evaluate equipment, instruments, and software to determine appropriate disposition, including return to inventory, repair, replacement, downgrade, or scrap.
• Execute SAP transactions and maintain accurate documentation to support product evaluations and operational workflows.
• Perform hand-on testing, inspections, and assessments to verify product functionality and compliance with quality standards.
• Follow established KSRAPS-FCO processes to ensure consistent, compliant, and accurate product disposition decisions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including LEAN activities, 6S practices, audits, visual management, and process enhancements.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities and support additional operational functions as assigned.
• Work collaboratively across teams while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety standards.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience using SAP, ERP, WMS, or similar inventory and transaction-based systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures, work instructions, and controlled processes.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and a proven history of dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Experience performing technical, inventory, logistics, warehouse, or manufacturing-related tasks.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a medical device, healthcare, or other regulated environment.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience with process documentation, quality systems, or compliance-related activities.
• Additional technical, logistics, or operations-related certifications or training.

What Will Make You Successful

• A strong commitment to quality, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
• Sound judgment and confidence in making product disposition decisions using established procedures.
• Ability to identify issues, escalation concerns appropriately, and maintain compliance with quality standards.
• A continuous improvement mindset with enthusiasm for LEAN principles and operational excellence.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Dedication to safety, teamwork, and maintaining a professional work environment.

Why KARL STORZ?

Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.

Ready to make an impact? Apply to be our next Product Evaluation Operator I and help us build the future of MedTech together