Material Handler I - 1st shift - $17.50/hr

**Material Handler I 1st shift $17.50/hr****Portage, MI, US****COVID-19 vaccination requirements**Stryker is driven to work together with our customers to make healthcare better. In order to fulfill our commitment as a federal contractor, while focusing on the health and safety of our employees and those that we serve, Stryker is encouraging US employees as well as all new US employees joining our company to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Today or in the future, vaccination may be a requirement based on the essential functions of the specific role or applicable regulations. Please refer to our page for current vaccination and/or reasonable accommodation requirements and timelines.We are proud to be named one the #1Best Workplace in Manufacturing and Production in the United States by Fortune Magazine since 2017!Our benefits include bonuses; commissions; healthcare; insurance benefits; retirement programs; stock based plans; paid time off plans; family and parenting leaves; tuition reimbursement; wellness programs; onsite fitness centers and cafeterias; discount purchase programs; and service and performance awards not to mention various social and recreational activities.1st shift: M-F, 5:00am 2:00pmAt Stryker, our manufacturing team works with products that are improving and saving peoples lives. This is done by providing our customers with the best equipment. The manufacturing environment and culture for this role is fast paced. You will join a team of amazing people who treat each other like family, Value and Support Diversity and Inclusion.**Who we want*****Workstyle:*** Perform tasks that are generally routine and manual with high attention to detail.***Performance:*** Deliver high quality products.***Team Player:*** Build positive relationships with others to achieve common goals.***Reliable:*** Manage time, to ensure being at work on time and effectively get the job done.**What you will do**Under general supervision, responsible for performing the physical and/or administrative tasks involved in the receiving, storing and distributing of materials, parts and supplies along with maintaining records of materials/inventoryResponsibilities* Support production material requirement needs* Maintains records of received goods, alerting appropriate personnel to inspect unsatisfactory items when necessary* 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 train others in distribution related tasks and inventory control methods and practices* Assists in physical inventories* Performs periodic cycle counts on a pre-determined basis* Assists in inventory accuracy, control and reduction* Performs periodic cycle counts on a pre-determined basis* Assists in inventory accuracy, control and reduction**Position Requirements*** Requires ability to lift/carry 10-50 lbs. on a frequent basis depending on product line, may rarely lift/carry 50-75 lbs.* Job demands include prolonged stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, sitting, standing and/or crawling as appropriate.**Preferred Qualifications*** H.S Diploma/GED* Previous forklift operators licenseBe sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position. Learn more about our employee referral program at**About Stryker**Stryker is one of the worlds leading medical technology companies and, together with our customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes.We are proud to be named one of the Worlds Best Workplaces and a Best Workplace for Diversity by Fortune Magazine! Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting******Date posted:** March 4, 2022**Job ID:** R459111**Job category:****Primary location:** Portage, MI, US**Employee type:** Full time**Relocation:** No**Work Flexibility:****Travel:** 0%PortageMIUSJob Posting Location