Logistics Center Associate- Warehouse

KARL STORZ•Auburn, MA

About The Position

The Logistics Center Associate I – Warehousing supports the daily movement, storage, and processing of materials within the Logistics Center. The role contributes to inventory and order fulfillment activities, performs fundamental SAP transactions, and helps ensure products are received, stocked, picked, and shipped accurately. The associate also contributes to the organization’s LEAN culture by identifying improvement opportunities and supporting operational excellence. The position involves hands-on work in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with an emphasis on safety, accuracy, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving throughout the workday, as well as using warehouse ladders and operating pallet jacks and other equipment after training and required certification. At KARL STORZ, the associate supports medical technology operations and contributes to operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, with opportunities to develop logistics and supply chain experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
0–1 year of experience in receiving, warehouse operations, shipping, dock operations, or a related environment.
Basic computer skills and ability to learn warehouse systems and applications.
Ability to follow instructions and established processes accurately and consistently.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Dependable attendance and punctuality.
Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and move throughout the workday.
Frequently lift up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Frequently use warehouse ladders to access inventory locations.
Ability to operate pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment after training and required certification.
Ability to work safely in a warehouse while maintaining productivity standards.

Nice To Haves

One year of warehouse, receiving, shipping, or dock experience.
Experience using SAP or similar warehouse management systems.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
Experience participating in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
Attention to detail in handling materials, inventory transactions, and order processing.
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic warehouse environment.
Customer-focused mindset and dedication to accuracy and timely execution.
Willingness to learn new processes, systems, and equipment.
Proactive approach to identifying process improvement and efficiency opportunities.

Responsibilities

Execute 6S checklists to keep workstations organized and equipped with necessary tools.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Participate in team meetings and contribute process improvement ideas and continuous improvement initiatives.
Complete daily assignments and operational tasks as directed by leadership.
Use computers, scanning devices, and warehouse technology for stocking, inventory, and order-picking activities.
Validate product and order accuracy before materials are stocked or released for shipment.
Follow established work instructions, policies, procedures, and quality requirements.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with teammates and business partners.
Receive feedback constructively and apply learning to support professional development.
Learn and operate pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment after training.
Support service-level, productivity, accuracy, and customer satisfaction goals.