Material Handler

Full-time, permanent, hourly night shift position (5:00 pm - 3:30 am), 5 days per week with some overtime required.

About Us

Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams collaborate and problem-solve to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally. We are driven by making a difference in the lives of patients and their families, with a commitment to advancing medical technology.

About the Role

The material handler oversees the raw inventory process by supplying material (bar stock) to production equipment as specified by inventory reports or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare raw inventory by conditioning bar ends using powered grinding equipment.
• Maintain barstock inventory through a computerized inventory system and update the inventory sheet daily.
• Cooperate with the Tool Crib on raw inventory management.
• Move staged parts between departments to expedite processing.
• Assist with the scrap metal process by emptying scrap barrels and helping with loading/unloading services.
• Recover production scrap from machines on a frequency outlined by management.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and hand trucks in congested areas to move raw stock or reorganize storage.
• Knowledge of record-keeping practices and GDP.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Assist other departments as specified by a supervisor or manager.

Requirements

• Cooperative, team-focused attitude.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands to handle raw inventory in lengths up to 12 feet.
• Good eyesight and hearing necessary to operate a forklift.
• Forklift operators must be mobile enough to turn in the driver’s seat and drive backward with no problem.
• Ability to be trained, certified, and licensed on forklifts, pallet jacks, and other tools needed to perform the job.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 40+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand/walk throughout the day for the entire shift.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English and follow standard operating procedure instructions.

Pay

Starting pay: $20 - $22 per hour, DOE, plus a 10% shift premium. $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Schedule

Night shift: 5:00 pm - 3:30 am, 5 days per week (some overtime may be required).