Material Handler

GE HealthCare•Florence, SC

About The Position

Executes the receiving, storing, use, staging, and distribution of materials required for product assembly. The role may also include manufacturing, assembly, basic testing, training, packaging, and shipping. The Material Handler moves materials between areas, picks parts and products for shipment, processes material transactions, manages inventory activities, and coordinates replenishment and storage with warehousing and operations teams. The position follows work instructions and applicable EHS and quality procedures, supports production output and quality improvement, and may train other team members. The role requires compliance with GE HealthCare’s quality system, training requirements, applicable laws and regulations, and production documentation and material-control practices. The employee identifies and reports quality or compliance concerns and takes corrective action as required. Work may be at an off-site warehouse location, and off-shift work and overtime may be needed.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or local equivalent.
At least 2 years of storing and material handling or related experience.
Willingness to work off-shifts and overtime as needed.
Willingness to work at an off-site warehouse location if needed.
Proficiency in basic mathematics.
Proficiency with basic hand tools, such as a saw, screwdriver, wrench, and ratchets.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows, Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to consistently lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to communicate, receive, and understand instructions about duties to be performed.
Team-oriented and accountable for team success in delivering business targets, with responsibility for decisions and outcomes.
Demonstrated attention to detail and quality-minded work habits.
Ability to communicate well and work with others.
Ability to comply with applicable quality and production requirements, including work instructions, documentation control, non-conforming and rework documentation, and material identification and segregation practices.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of quality and inventory control.
Knowledge of computerized material flow methods.
Comfort using electronic manufacturing and production systems and tools such as eANDON, eDHR, and Trello.
Willingness to learn new skills, perform a variety of manufacturing-process tasks and roles, and teach and coach others.
Prior experience using a forklift and weight scales, or a Fork truck license (PIT Training).
Prior experience working in a medical device manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Move materials between areas using handcarts, forklifts, magnet movers, or overhead cranes.
Pick parts and products for shipments and verify identification and quantities.
Receive and issue material requisitions physically and in the system; quantify and verify cycle counts.
Process materials against purchase orders and work orders using an electronic material management system.
Coordinate parts replenishment and material storage with on-site and off-site warehousing facilities.
Work with logistics and production personnel to resolve or prevent part shortages.
Perform cycle audits and physical inventory according to schedule or as needed.
Help reconcile inventory discrepancies and report them to the Supervisor.
Follow work procedures, schematics, complex instructions, bills of materials, work instructions, and process aid sheets.
Perform manufacturing and assembly operations and other assigned production tasks.
Assist in writing or developing work procedures.
Work independently, perform basic troubleshooting, and maintain daily production output.
Follow EHS and quality policies and procedures; participate in quality control inspections when required.
Work with team leaders, engineers, supervisors, and managers to improve quality and process efficiency.
Maintain working relationships with the immediate team and with assembly, materials, logistics, and test teams across manufacturing operations and shifts.
Train other team members when required.
Complete required Quality & Compliance training and report quality or compliance concerns, taking immediate corrective action as required.
Comply with applicable quality, production, documentation, material-control, and training requirements.
Perform other assigned duties and participate as requested in quality activities, training sessions, and employee activity teams.