Senior Material Handler

Ascensia Diabetes Care•Kalamazoo, MI

10d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Ascensia Diabetes Care is a global specialist diabetes care company, dedicated to helping people living with diabetes. Our mission is to empower people living with diabetes through innovative solutions that simplify and improve their lives. We use our innovation and specialist expertise in diabetes to develop high quality solutions and tools that make a positive, daily difference for people. At Ascensia, our values serve as the bedrock of our organization. They guide our decisions, actions, and interactions, shaping the culture we collectively foster. Our Values include: Resilient Growth Mindset Executional Excellence Courageous Leadership Inclusive Collaboration We believe that when we live our values authentically, both individually and as a team, we unlock our true potential and drive sustainable success. Position Overview: Our values reinforce our culture of collaboration, growth mindset, and how we serve our customers. The Senior Material Handler – 2nd Shift is responsible for the warehouse and distribution activities supporting both Manufacturing and Distribution operations. They will ensure materials and processes are handled with the highest level of quality, in accordance with established procedures, in a safe and efficient manner. Location: This is an on-site position based in Kalamazoo, MI.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
1–2 years of experience performing warehouse, distribution, or material handling activities such as receiving, inventory movement, order picking, packing, shipping, or operating material handling equipment required
Experience operating Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) equipment in warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environments required
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and overtime, based on business and operational needs
Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds
Ability to operate PIV equipment at heights up to 20 feet
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during warehouse or distribution activities

Nice To Haves

Experience handling or shipping hazardous materials in accordance with applicable safety regulations preferred

Responsibilities

Use warehouse systems, handheld devices, and printers to support inventory movement and maintain order picking accuracy
Manage inventory through the order pick and pack process, ensuring accurate material movement and documentation
Pick customer orders and receive, transfer, consolidate, and store inventory in designated warehouse locations
Prepare, organize, and ship customer orders in accordance with shipping schedules and customer requirements
Create shipments and apply labeling for hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with regulatory requirements
Complete required regulatory training, including 49 CFR, IATA, and IMDG, as applicable
Load and unload incoming and outgoing freight
Operate powered industrial vehicles (PIV), including order selectors, Bendi forklifts, reach trucks, and powered pallet jacks
Operate warehouse equipment in accordance with safety procedures and company guidelines
Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness in accordance with daily 5S standards
Support physical inventory counts and cycle counting activities
Collaborate with warehouse, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support operational workflows
Identify operational issues and escalate them to supervisors or appropriate teams as needed
Prepare shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, and product labels
Print and apply labels for pallets, freight, and packages in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements
Coordinate or schedule freight pickups with carriers as required
Perform additional warehouse and distribution duties as assigned