Materials Handler II

bioMérieux is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Materials Handler II to support warehousing, inventory management, receiving, shipping, and material replenishment activities within our Manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for the physical movement, storage, tracking, and replenishment of materials while ensuring compliance with cGMP, FDA, ISO, safety, and company quality standards.

The Materials Handler II plays a critical role in supporting production through real-time inventory transactions, material availability, and warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Material Handling & Inventory Management

• Receive, inspect, quantify, and store incoming materials from various delivery sources.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy and ensure materials meet quality standards.
• Perform material movements using warehouse equipment and material handling systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and warehouse locations.
• Perform bin maintenance and organize warehouse shelving and storage locations.

Manufacturing Support

• Execute daily material replenishment activities to support manufacturing operations using a Just-in-Time (JIT) approach.
• Ensure timely availability of materials for internal customers and production teams.
• For Reagent teams, break down, clean, organize, and prepare raw materials in accordance with procedures and production schedules.

Warehouse Systems & Documentation

• Accurately perform real-time inventory transactions using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Track, label, log, and document material lot information with a high degree of accuracy.
• Process deliveries and material transactions supporting departmental activities.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of inventory and material movements.

Shipping & Receiving

• Assist in receiving, picking, packing, labeling, and shipping activities.
• Ensure customer and internal orders are prepared accurately and according to established quality standards.
• Support warehouse distribution operations while following all safety guidelines and procedures.

Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Perform all work in accordance with cGMP, FDA, ISO, OSHA, and company quality requirements.
• Identify and appropriately manage non-conforming materials.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and resolve routine warehouse challenges.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify opportunities for enhanced efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment using Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year of warehouse, shipping, receiving, or related materials handling experience.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Materials handling experience within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing industry.
• Experience working within FDA-regulated environments.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across teams.
• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory control processes.
• Ability to identify opportunities for process improvement.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand or remain stationary for extended periods.
• Ability to walk, bend, climb, reach, and perform repetitive motions throughout the workday.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and ramps.
• Ability to wear required PPE for the majority of the shift.
• Ability to operate warehouse and material handling equipment.
• Ability to lift, move, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying warehouse temperature conditions.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.
• This role operates in a fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment.

Why Join bioMérieux?

At bioMérieux, our employees help make a meaningful impact on public health worldwide. Join a team dedicated to innovation, quality, safety, and continuous improvement while supporting products that help improve patient care around the globe.

The wage for this role based in Utah is $19.00 an hour. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer. 

In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include: 

·        A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options 

·        Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance 

·        Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

·        Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match. 

·        Adoption Assistance 

·        Wellness Programs 

·        Employee Assistance Program 

·        Commuter Benefits 

·        Various voluntary benefit offerings 

·        Discount programs 

·        Parental leaves