Zimmer Biomet

Warehouse Specialist

Zimmer Biomet  •  Johannesburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  10 hours ago
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Job Description

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient’s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.

What You Can Expect

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for managing and processing orders, communicating and working effectively and efficiently with customers and team members.

Reports to: Associate Manager - Commercial Operations F&A.

This job is performed in a distribution / warehouse environment and requires working from the office. This is a full-time position and it may reasonably require additional hours during the week and weekend; specific requirements will be determined with the Manager.

How You'll Create Impact

  • Accepting shipments and goods into the warehouse.
  • Receiving and inspection of materials, work-in-progress, finished parts and assemblies, and completion of associated paperwork for final release of product to the field.
  • Visual inspections per documented specifications.
  • Generate accurate documentation of measured characteristics for non-conformance to specifications and identify product appropriately per procedures.
  • Maintaining acceptable levels of stock on the shelf at all times.
  • Processing orders, forms, applications and requests.
  • Communicating and coordinating with colleagues as necessary.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction and provide professional customer support.
  • Receiving medical devices and completion of associated documentation.
  • Picking and checking of customer product orders.
  • Packaging and labeling of implants and instruments.
  • Packing slip and shipping label creation.
  • Assembling and checking of product kits for release to the field.
  • Any other duties as required by management.

Physical requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with individuals internal and external to the organization. The employee frequently is required to move about the facility when onsite. The employee may be required to lift up to 15 lbs. by themselves.

What Makes You Stand Out

  • Ability to stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail and an eye for process improvement.
  • Experience working within a team.

Your Background

  • High School Diploma or equivalent qualification.
  • Unconstrained ability to live and work in the relevant country.
  • Manual handling trained.
  • Microsoft Excel skills: lookup functions, pivot tables and formatting.
  • Fluent English, both spoken and written.

We strive for a transparent and inclusive selection process. Selected candidates will be invited for a first-round interview. We ensure that our hiring processes are equitable and accessible to all.

Paragon 28 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.

Physical Requirements

Travel Expectations

Occasional overnight travel as necessary.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

Zimmer Biomet

About Zimmer Biomet

Zimmer Biomet is a global medical technology leader with a comprehensive portfolio designed to maximize mobility and improve health. We advance our mission to alleviate pain and improve the quality of life for patients around the world with our innovative products and suite of integrated digital and robotic technologies leverage data, data analytics and artificial intelligence. Founded in 1927 and based in Warsaw, Zimmer Biomet has operations in more than 25 countries and sales in more than 100 countries. We maintain world-class scientific facilities and resources and collaborate with leading clinicians and researchers around the world.

Awards and Recognitions

• Forbes: America's Best Companies 2026

• Workhuman: Luminary Award 2025 & Innovator Award 2024

• TIME: America's Best Companies [Mid-Size] 2024

• Great Place to Work - Best Workplaces: Switzerland & Poland 2025

• Great Place to Work Certified 2025 - 2026: USA, Poland, India, Colombia, Ireland, Puerto Rico, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Switzerland

• MedTech: Breakthrough Award Best New Technology Solution in Orthopedics 2025

• Top Employers Institute: China 2025

• VETS Indexes: 4 Star Employer 2025

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Warsaw, Indiana
Year Founded
Unknown
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