We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 15 Apr 2026

 

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

A Day in the Life

At Medtronic, we act boldly, compete to win, move with speed, foster belonging, and deliver results—the right way. This is the Medtronic Mindset, defining how we work and what we value. Our brand is rooted in action, and every team member plays a vital role in bringing our culture to life.

You will be a part of a dedicated, experienced, and high-performing team at our Grand Rapids, MI site. At this facility, as a material handler you will ensure the smooth and efficient flow of materials throughout our manufacturing operations, directly supporting the production of life-changing medical devices. 

 This is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a real impact on patient lives while developing your skills and building a long-term career with Medtronic. 

Available Shifts include: 

1st Shift: 6:30am-2:30pm M-F   

2nd Shift: 2:30pm-10:30pm M-F  

3rd Shift: 10:30pm-6:30am Su-Thurs 

Weekend Shift: 6:30am-6:30pm or  6:30pm-6:30am Sundays and Saturdays 

Overtime is required. 

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned. 

• Receive, inspect, and accurately document incoming materials and components 

• Safely transport and deliver materials to designated production areas using appropriate equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, carts) 

• Maintain organized inventory, monitor stock levels, and assist with cycle counts and inventory audits 

• Prepare materials for production and packaging, ensuring timely availability to support manufacturing schedules 

• Collaborate with team members and other departments to resolve material flow issues and maintain efficient operations 

• Operate within a clean room environment, adhering to safety and quality protocols at all times 

• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and reduce waste 

• Maintain accurate records and follow written and verbal instructions to ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards

 

Required Knowledge and Experience: 

• No prior experience required; comprehensive training will be provided. 

• Ability to read and write in English in order to understand work instructions, safety protocols, and communicate effectively within the team.

 

Nice to Have:  

• Previous experience in material handling, warehouse, or inventory management 

• Experience in a manufacturing or clean room environment 

• Familiarity with inventory management systems or ERP software 

• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks 

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills 

• Flexibility to support multiple production areas as needed 

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 40 lbs regularly 

• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.

Benefits & Compensation  ===============================

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.  

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$36,400.00 - $54,600.00

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).

The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns.  Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here.

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.