Team Member, Warehouse - Orthopedics - Clifton, NJ

Stryker is an exceptional company with exceptional people who deliver exceptional results. We have differentiated ourselves by responding in innovative ways to the needs of our global customers and patients. We have created a work environment that attracts talented, driven people who love to win and to serve others. We hold ourselves accountable to reach or exceed our goals and to continually improve everything we do. These attributes are shared by the employees that make up Stryker. They are the things that bring us together. They are the foundation of all we do. And they are the enablers of both our past and future success.Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with the most broadly-based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties. Stryker works with respected medical professionals to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. The Company's products include implants used in joint replacement, trauma, craniomaxillofacial and spinal surgeries; biologics; surgical, neurologic, ear, nose & throat and interventional pain equipment; endoscopic, surgical navigation, communications and digital imaging systems; as well as patient handling and emergency medical equipment. The Company's website address is http://www.stryker.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:
This Team Member is responsible for loaner kit processing. Specifics include: order entry, picking, shipping, tracking and usage. Additional accountabilities include: processing incoming orders for materials, merchandise, or services. Duties include informing customers of receipt, shipping, and delays; handling urgent requests and ensuring shipments are complete for delivery and processing returns.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Inspect products or materials for damage, defects, or shortages.Check inventory records to determine availability of requested products.Compile and inspect incoming/outgoing kits for compliance with specifications and usage.Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas in order to ensure compliance with safety regulations.Examine and inspect stock items for wear or defects, reporting any damage to supervisors.Coordinate Drivers and routes - shipments, etc.Assess product delivery choices.Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data.Maintain account records, reporting and filing.Process orders for products.Confer with distribution, sales, shipping, warehouse, or common carrier personnel in order to expedite or trace deliveries.Investigate customer complaints.Track service levels and problem solve any discrepancies.Participate in on-call rotation schedule.Manage inventories by tracking inventory records reflecting product movement, notifying departments when supplies of specific items are low, or when orders would deplete available supplies.Work with internal resources for alternative product obtainment (e.g. loaner bank, other warehouses, consignments).Cycle count activities.Set up and organize the warehouse for incoming and outgoing surgery shipments.Organize, retrieve or place goods from/into stock received via multiple sources.Keep records on the use and/or damage of stock or stock handling equipment, inventory for expiration dates etc.May unpack and check goods against purchase orders or invoices.Maintains records of received goods, alerting appropriate personnel to inspect unsatisfactory items when necessary.May lift and move heavy items and may operate a forklift.Will prepare and maintain records of items shipped.May prepare goods for final shipment and/or production assembly.May examine, stock, and/or distribute goods in inventory and/or in other areas.May enter information into the inventory management system.May provide training for others in distribution related tasks.QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have the ability to work flexible hours, as needed to support the business needs, including weekend and evening call as needed.Must be able and willing to work successfully in a team environment.Must have the ability to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.EDUCATION:
Associates Degree or equivalent work experience in Materials/Distribution Operations or hospital/medical industry.Knowledge of principles and methods for product or order fulfillment. This includes situational needs assessment, product usage, and inventory control systems and processes.Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and other office procedures and terminology.Knowledge of current office technology (e.g. Excel, Access, ERP, and Word).Stryker is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.To read more about Stryker, please visit our website at www.stryker.com