Supply Chain Associate

JOB SUMMARY:

The Supply Chain Associate supports receiving, inventory, warehouse, and material handling activities to ensure the smooth flow of raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility. This role assists Production and R&D teams by helping maintain inventory accuracy, staging materials for production, and supporting shipping and receiving operations. Responsibilities include loading and unloading materials, operating forklifts and pallet jacks, moving materials between buildings, and maintaining organized warehouse areas. The Supply Chain Associate plays a key support role in daily warehouse and supply chain operations while following company safety and quality standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform receiving duties including unloading inbound shipments, verifying received materials, stocking inventory, and reporting damaged or missing items. Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely to move raw materials, finished goods, and inventory throughout the facility. Assist with staging and distributing materials to Production and R&D departments to support daily operations. Accurately document shipping, receiving, inventory, and warehouse activities in company systems and logs. Load and unload trucks and support shipping/receiving activities as needed. Assist with inventory management activities including cycle counts and inventory organization. Transport materials and supplies between buildings and warehouse locations. Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse and work areas. Follow company safety procedures, quality standards, and operational guidelines. Support continuous improvement efforts and assist with additional warehouse or supply chain tasks as assigned. Support warehouse, supply chain, and facility operations as needed to meet business and operational requirements. Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Previous warehouse, shipping/receiving, or supply chain support experience preferred. Experience operating forklifts and pallet jacks required. Basic understanding of inventory control and warehouse procedures. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred) is a plus. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail. Ability to lift, move, and transport materials safely. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. Flexibility to work overtime based on business needs. Ability to follow written instructions, safety procedures, and documentation requirements. Experience in manufacturing or medical device environments is a plus. Good recordkeeping and documentation skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience in inventory management/supply chain/logistics/warehouse/shipping/receiving or distribution. Minimum High school diploma or equivalent, associate’s degree preferred. Preferred experience in the Medical Device industry or in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Forklift certification/experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary or standing position for long periods of time. Occasionally move about inside the pass-through room and travel to and from office buildings to access supply cabinets, setup and operate equipment, office machinery, etc. This may include, but is not limited to, bending and walking. Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a printer, scanner, etc. Ability to listen and speak with employees and vendors; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Ability to bend, twist, reach, push, lift for extended periods daily. Frequently lift up-to 50 pounds. This may be performed with reasonable accommodation. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr New World Medical