Material Handler

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Responsible for pulling parts and supplies from the warehouse which are needed for production.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1.    Obtains parts from the warehouse for use in production and verifies the part's lot number to ensure that the proper materials are used.
2.    Pulls supplies for assembly workers and ensures that supplies are stocked and readily available for assembly workers.
3.    Prints inventory labels and puts the parts in production bins for easy handling by the production workers.
4.    Visually checks to ensure that production workers have the products they need.
5.    Records the amounts of pulled products.
6.    Maintains cleanliness of assigned machines and areas.
7.    Performs other related tasks, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

•    Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.
•    Writing
•    Sitting
•    Standing
•    Bending
•    Visual acuity
•    Color perception
•    Depth perception
•    Reading
•    Field of vision/peripheral
•    Fine motor skills
•    Noise    
•    Chemical vapors
•    Soldering fumes

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Education equivalent to a high school diploma.
•    Three months of work experience.
•    Knowledge of basic mathematics and the ability to apply it in a work situation.
•    Ability to read and understand written instructions.
•    Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others.
•    Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•    Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•    Three months of previous warehouse experience.

COMPETENCIES

•    Production part retrieval/lot number verification
•    Material flow/handling
•    Raw materials 
•    Documentation

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs.  Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.