Material Handler

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

Location: Añasco, Puerto Rico
Modality: 100% on-site

About the Role

The Material Handler plays a fundamental role in receiving, storing, controlling, and distributing materials necessary for manufacturing processes, ensuring inventory integrity and continuity of production operations.

The professional will coordinate the receipt and dispatch of materials, components, and supplies required for manufacturing processes, ensuring timely availability of materials at workstations and maintaining accurate inventory levels. Additionally, they will contribute to compliance with quality, safety, and operational performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and distribute materials, components, supplies, and chemicals following company safety standards.
• Ensure timely supply of materials to different manufacturing areas to guarantee production continuity.
• Maintain and control inventory levels using the Kanban system and other established tools.
• Perform cyclic inventory counts, analyze discrepancies, and participate in corrective actions to ensure record accuracy.
• Generate reports in SAP and other systems for inventory monitoring and control.
• Manage material requisitions and follow up on purchase orders in coordination with the Purchasing department.
• Prepare and process inventory adjustments according to corporate procedures.
• Coordinate the organization and distribution of supplies for controlled areas.
• Participate in training, team meetings, data analysis activities, and problem-solving.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies on safety, quality, occupational health, and the environment.

Requirements

• High attention to detail and sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in dynamic environments.
• Focus on achieving operational objectives, quality, and safety.
• Mindset for continuous improvement and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in manufacturing-related environments.
• Experience in warehousing, shipping, and/or inventory control is highly valued.
• Experience in the medical device industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMP, or quality systems is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of computerized systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Basic knowledge of SAP is desirable.

Operational Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds repeatedly and occasionally up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Availability to perform activities that include walking, standing, bending, and repetitive movements.
• Availability to work on-site at Johnson & Johnson Vision facilities in Añasco.

Impact of the Role

This position directly contributes to:

• The continuity of manufacturing processes.
• The accuracy and control of inventories.
• The fulfillment of service and productivity levels.
• The strengthening of quality and safety standards within the operation.

For over 130 years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and are embedded in how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, DEI values drive our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. We know the success of our business depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. That’s why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, skills, and experiences are valued, and our people can reach their potential.