Logistics Center Associate I
Auburn, MA, US, 01501
About KARL STORZ
From the operating room to surgery centers and everywhere in between, KARL STORZ North America is a global leader in medical technology and advanced visualization solutions. We design specialty innovations, smart instruments and devices, integrated ecosystems, and intelligent imaging to build a more connected, software-enabled operating room.
As an independent, family-owned MedTech company, we ambitiously think in generations instead of quarters to improve patients' lives around the world.
About the Role
KARL STORZ is seeking a Warehouse Logistics Center Associate I to join our Logistics Center team. This role is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations through material handling, inventory movement, order fulfillment, and transactional processing within SAP. The Warehouse Logistics Center Associate I plays an important part in ensuring products are accurately received, stocked, picked, and shipped while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, dependable, and eager to contribute to KARL STORZ's culture of continuous improvement through Lean principles and collaborative problem-solving.
Shift: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
What You'll Do
- Execute material handling, stocking, picking, and inventory transactions using warehouse systems, scanners, and SAP.
- Validate product and order accuracy before releasing inventory to stock or preparing products for shipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by completing daily 6S activities and following established safety protocols.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process enhancements, providing feedback, and completing assigned improvement activities.
- Follow established work instructions, policies, and procedures to ensure quality, productivity, and operational compliance.
- Collaborate effectively with teammates, internal partners, and leadership to meet service level agreements and business objectives.
- Develop proficiency in operating warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks and other powered equipment as trained.
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 0 to 1 year of warehouse, receiving, dock, distribution, or material handling experience.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to learn warehouse management systems and SAP transactions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when handling inventory and fulfilling orders.
- Ability to follow directions, prioritize tasks, and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- One or more years of warehouse, receiving, logistics, or distribution experience.
- Experience working with SAP or other enterprise inventory management systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve operational challenges.
- Experience operating warehouse equipment in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
What Will Make You Successful
- A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in all daily activities.
- The ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement.
- A positive attitude, coachability, and openness to feedback for personal and professional development.
- The ability to build productive working relationships and treat colleagues with professionalism and respect.
- Consistent execution of warehouse processes that support key performance indicators (KPIs) and service commitments.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, pull, push, and perform repetitive movements throughout the workday.
- Frequently lift and move up to 30 pounds.
- Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to safely use warehouse ladders to access inventory locations.
- Ability to operate a pallet jack and other warehouse equipment as trained.
Why KARL STORZ?
Join KARL STORZ and be part of a team creating medical innovations that truly make a difference. Beyond technology, you'll be part of a culture that values talent as its greatest asset, empowering you to contribute to a mission that improves patient care worldwide.
Ready to make an impact? Apply to be our next Warehouse Logistics Center Associate I and help us build the future of MedTech together.
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KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.
The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member’s base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.
KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.
Nearest Major Market: Worcester