Forklift Operator

Forklift Operator

Join BD (Tissuemed Ltd) as a Warehouse Material Distribution Specialist. BD is one of the world’s largest medical technology companies advancing health worldwide.

Mon – Fri: 9 AM – 5:30 PM (first shift)

This position operates a stand‑up forklift and cherry picker to move, load, unload, and store inventory in a high‑volume warehouse. Responsibilities include unloading inbound trucks, loading outbound trucks, locating and retrieving products, replenishing picking locations, and training new hires. You must maintain a clean work area, follow Good Documentation Practices, and adhere to safety procedures.

• Unload inbound trucks (inter‑company deliveries, vendors, etc.).
• Load outbound trucks (inter‑company shipments, off‑site warehouse, etc.).
• Locate and retrieve products and replenish picking locations using FEFO methodology.
• Move pallets on the dock and transport products by forklift.
• Physically stack/transport larger sterilization pallets to regular pallets before dock loading.
• Ensure all duties are completed safely, promptly, and in accordance with department standards.
• Maintain a clean work area in line with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and SOPs.
• Adhere to safety first; maintain safe working conditions and proper operating practices.
• Perform general warehouse associate duties.
• Train new hires on RF functions.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

• High School diploma, GED, or 1‑year equivalent experience required.
• At least 2 years preferred experience operating a cherry picker or reach lift.
• Experience in a production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and perform in a metrics‑driven environment.
• Must be alert, focused, and work well with others.
• Licensed to operate material handling equipment and experienced in safe operation.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.

Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, grasping, lifting, and repetitive hand motions. Occasional climbing and lifting over 50 lbs.

Exposure to moving mechanical parts, high and precarious places, varying temperatures, moderate to loud noise, and airborne particles.

BD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or civil union status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.