Material Coordinator

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices•Milpitas, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide. We are the people who give possibilities purpose 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Experience working with inventory systems, material transactions, and production documentation.
Basic mathematical and analytical skills to verify inventory, quantities, and records.
Ability to perform work requiring frequent walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and lifting materials throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of manufacturing experience preferred, ideally within a regulated or medical device environment.
Experience operating material handling equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor material availability and production shortages using inventory and production systems.
Research and locate materials needed to support production operations.
Complete inventory, material movement, and work order transactions accurately within company systems.
Generate quality notifications and transfer materials as required for quality review.
Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory accuracy activities.
Review and resolve work order discrepancies to support inventory and financial accuracy.
Prioritize and deliver urgent materials to production areas to minimize downtime.
Move raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to designated locations.
Create and maintain documentation related to material movement and inventory control.
Coordinate material flow between production departments to support manufacturing schedules.
Monitor shortage reports and communicate material status updates to production and planning teams.
Audit and replenish Kanban inventory to support continuous production operations.
Ensure adequate levels of production materials are maintained on the manufacturing floor.
Verify material quantities and product identification for accuracy.
Stage materials for subsequent manufacturing operations.
Maintain organized material storage areas in accordance with company standards.
Assist with inventory management of indirect materials and production supplies.
Participate in continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.