Forklift Driver - Associate Technician Shipping/Receiving & Distribution

Overview

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of [Danaher’s](https://danaher.com/our-businesses) 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

Learn about the [Danaher Business System](https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) which makes everything possible.

Responsibilities

The Associate Technician Shipping/Receiving & Distribution is responsible for the incoming and outgoing of materials, reagents, instruments, or equipment to meet customer expectations which involve receiving, shipping, and inventory/material control.

This position reports to the Distribution Supervisor and is part of the Distribution Center team located in Hebron, KY and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Receives and stores product, picks and packs product for shipment, and ships orders. Inspect materials for orders verifying accurate quantity, lot number, expiration dates and product part number.
• Creates and/or ensures appropriate documentation is completed for orders. Reconciles inventory and may perform cycle counts and data entry functions as assigned.
• May involve operation of powered industrial equipment such as power jacks, forklifts, cherry picker, and/or reach trucks. Identifies and solves routine problems in work area with management team. Assist management team on organizational improvement projects such as lean and quality initiatives.

Requirements

The essential requirements of the job include:

• High school degree (or equivalent degree) with 0-2 years of experience
• Strong attention to detail and safety in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.

Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Lifting: Up to 50 lbs, multiple times during an 8-to-10-hour shift.
• Push/Pull/Bend/Twist: Multiple times, up to 2 to 4 hours continuously during a, 8-to-10-hour shift.
• Sitting: 0% of the time.
• Standing/Walking: Approximately 2 to 4 hours continuously during an 8-to-10-hour shift.
• Climbing/Kneeling: 0% of the time.
• Hand Movement: Repetitive movement including gripping, grasping, and manipulation. Approximately 2 to 4 hours intermittently during an 8 to 10 hours shift.
• (If Applicable) Driving/Operating Equipment: Powered equipment (Forklift, reach truck/cherry picker) is required and must be able to cross train and work in multiple areas of the facility as needed.
• Machinery: General conveyor systems and Forklift equipment.
• Environment: Exposure to cold (35 – 46 degrees F), for approx. 2.5 hours continuously during an 8-to-10-hour shift. Provided PPE includes; insulated/high visibility jacket, gloves, hand warming packs.
• Sitewide PPE: Steel Toe Shoes

Preferred Experience

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• An environment where overtime and working in different departments is a regular occurrence
• Fast paced warehouse environment

Benefits

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at [Danaher Benefits Info](https://leplb1040.upoint.alight.com/ah-angular-afirst-web/#/web/danaher/cp/preauth-home).

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.