Material Handler III - 1st Shift

Additional Location(s):  N/A

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Location:

This position will be stationed in Arden Hills but will move to our Brooklyn Park location in 2025

Hours:

Monday - Friday from 7AM - 3PM

About the role: 

Performs manual and clerical duties, which may utilize computers in the preparation of materials, supplies, and equipment for shipment. Typically involves end-to-end ownership of the material replenishment and fulfillment process for raw material components, sub-assemblies and finished goods inventory.

Your responsibilities will include: 

⦁    Examines shipment containers at the time of delivery for any damage and verifies the accuracy of information listed on the packing slips, invoices, and freight bills by opening the packages and visually inspecting the contents in order to ensure accurate deliveries.
⦁    Enters material information (e.g., Return number) into the business computer system and generate material return receipt to provide material traceability.
⦁    Transports material (e.g., production and non-production materials) upon request, using a forklift or pallet jack to the designated location. May be required to utilize pallet wrapper, bander and other materials and devices to properly prepare materials for transport.
⦁    Receives out-going shipments from internal customers and packages items using the appropriate materials (e.g., cardboard boxes and packaging tape) to properly prepare items for shipment.
⦁    Processes the receipt of finished goods and/or components, following written and verbal instruction using both internal and external data entry software for tracking.
⦁    Performs pick, pack and ship operations according to established practices and applicable work instructions.
⦁    Records shipment information using the carrier service's systems and methods (e.g., Federal Express, UPS) for shipping traceability.
⦁    Reads, comprehends and follows basic job instructions and/or protocols including verbal, written, diagramed, colored and other related documents; written in English.
⦁    Acts as an internal and external customer interface.
⦁    Reviews physical labels to ensure the correct Batch Number prior to transacting electronically (100% Quality).
⦁    Drives actions to ensure appropriate stocking levels are maintained in Component Crib and Distribution Center without disruption to customers while partnering with Purchasing, Manufacturing and Finished Goods Production Coordinators and Team Leads through open communication and teamwork.
⦁    Completes material movement transactions utilizing SAP and Complaint Management Systems.
⦁    Performs SAP transactions to clearly identify status and history of product.
⦁    Use Complaint System to locate and update applicable complaint records to ensure appropriate signaling and visibility to physical location of complaint material.
⦁    Use BSC Service system to understand "reason for return" to aid in return disposition. 
⦁    Physically labels component material and packages for shipment and manufacturing to ensure 100% traceability in SAP and MES
⦁    Prepares shipment to both internal & external customers while transacting in SAP for full traceability.
⦁    Reads, comprehends and follows basic job instructions and/or protocols including verbal, written, diagramed, colored and other related documents; written in English.
⦁    Assisting in the analyzing, designing, and implementation of manufacturing and business process improvement through continuous improvement.
⦁    Job may require lifting boxes of up to 50lbs. 

Required qualifications: 

⦁    4 years of experience 
⦁    High school degree or an equivalent combination of education/work experience. 

Preferred qualifications:
⦁    General computer skills
⦁    Strong communication skills

Requisition ID: 593500

Among other requirements, Boston Scientific maintains specific prohibited substance testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions.  This role is deemed safety-sensitive and, as such, candidates will be subject to a drug test as a pre-employment requirement.  The goal of the drug testing is to increase workplace safety in compliance with the applicable law.  

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran’s status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.