Warehouse Driver
At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds. As a team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world.
About the Role
The Mobile Logistics Medical Device Driver is responsible for deliveries and pick-ups, transporting medical device products from a local sales warehouse to assigned hospitals. Routes are subject to change daily. A full-size, company-owned van is provided to conduct pickups and deliveries. When not driving, the team member performs office assistance, working cross-functionally with warehouse personnel as needed.
Responsibilities
- Pack, unload, and deliver medical instrumentation and implants to company accounts (hospitals) for upcoming surgeries, dropping off ordered instrumentation to hospitals’ sterile area and instruments to hospitals’ holding area.
- Retrieve items from accounts post-use, checking for instrument completeness before exiting the facility and communicating with hospital staff to locate missing items.
- Move instrument trays and implants across facilities on a daily basis, double-checking instrument/implant count and labeling to ensure correct product is taken to the correct location (office to hospital, hospital to hospital, or hospital to office).
- Communicate ETA to Warehouse Dispatcher to/from each stop on assigned route. Work at a fast pace to complete all assigned stops within the assigned shift while maintaining accuracy.
- Practice safe and lawful driving while operating a full-size van for pickups and deliveries. Maintain cleanliness (exterior and interior) and report maintenance needs of the company-owned vehicle.
- Communicate any issues that arise to dispatch and management, as incorrect/incomplete drops disrupt upcoming surgery schedules.
- Assist Inventory and warehouse personnel as needed, including scanning products into the computer system while stocking and pulling items from warehouse shelves with 100% accuracy.
Requirements
- Ability to lift, carry, push/pull up to 50 pounds consistently.
- Works well in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Ability to move at a fast pace and multitask while maintaining accuracy.
- Successful employment history; highly reliable with consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to follow directions closely and complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Maintain a high level of trust and communication with the warehouse and supervisory team.
- Ability to use a smartphone for route tracking, verifying checkpoints, instrumentation, and daily tasks.
- Pass a background check and drug screen.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required; further education preferred.
- Previous logistics or professional driving experience preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Schedule
- Daily travel required within the local geography depending on the surgery schedule.
- Guaranteed 40 hours weekly with a willingness to work overtime on a regular basis.
- Required to work some holidays.
Benefits
We focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location-specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives, and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and recognized.