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Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Job Description

The Sterilization Specialist 1 is required to operate all material handling equipment such as electric forklifts, stretch wrappers, manual pallet jacks and slip sheeters. Has good communication skills as well as good math skills. Has working knowledge of warehouse stock locator systems, bar code system, and electronic scanners, parts and catalog, and computer systems. Moves stock and rotates materials according to FIFO for incoming and outgoing material. Arranges material in the sterilizer/warehouse as per Kanban bin requirements. Loads and unloads trucks. Assists in company physical inventories and cycle counts. Will work twelve (12) hour shifts, including weekends. Will prepare product for sterilization, including staging and sporing. Must be physically (and mentally) capable of wearing full-face respirators and gas masks. This person will support the Sterilization Supervisor and Sterilization Specialists in the daily operations and overall performance of the sterilizer.

Shift: A or C Shift, Days (6AM-6PM) rotating weekends

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Verify quantities on production transfers, delivery record from departments and freight bill of lading, noting any damage or shortages.

• Prepare product for manual and/or automated processing.

• On incoming raw materials or finished goods product, prepare pallets and pull packing slip or product transfer record. If no packing slip, prepare a substitute packing slip. Verify quantity, part number, P.O. number and vendor lot number against packing slip or product transfer record. Give packing slip to receiving coordinator or shipping coordinator.

• On out going product, verify quantities, lot numbers and part numbers to be shipped, prepare pallets with slip-sheets, stretch wrap and load, calculating correct cube and weights.

• Prep materials as per KanBan, bin system.

• Assist in all paperwork and adding spores to product to be sterilized.

• Must have ability to safely operate pallet jacks, stretch wrappers, scales, cranes, barcode/RFID scanner equipment, dock levelers/dock restraints, wheel chocks, etc. under prescribed regulations.

• Responsible for cycle counts, physical inventories of raw materials and finished goods or as required.

• Must be able to pass annual physical exam and full-face respirator fit tests.

• Mechanically inclined and able to repair equipment as instructed by maintenance.

• Must be able to trouble shoot and communicate with maintenance regarding equipment failures.

• Assist with ethylene oxide emergencies when and if they should occur.

• Must attend meetings as mandated by Sterilization Supervisor or Sterilization Senior Operations Leader.

• Maintains work area in neat and orderly condition.

• Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures including RCRA Hazardous waste regulations.

• Comply with all local BD quality policies, procedures, and practices through consistent application of sound quality assurance principles.

• Other duties as assigned.

Deliverables

• Cycle counts completed daily.

• Works on Continuous Improvement programs to effectively improve sterilization production.

• Works in a manner that reduces lost time and safety incidents.

• Works in an appropriate manner to reduce errors.

• Mandatory work during semi-annual shutdowns (July/December).

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED.

• Good communication, math and computer skills required.

Preferred Experience:

• Two (2) years at BD or one (1) year comparable outside warehouse experience.

• Good work and attendance record.

• Prior experience with forklifts and other material handling equipment.

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Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls, and office equipment. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, climb, crawl, or crouch. The employee will occasionally be required to lift or carry objects in excess of forty (40) pounds.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

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 health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of 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, or any other protected status.

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