Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Nourish the world and your career as part of the Nutrition team at Abbott.

Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Our location in Tipp City, OH currently has an opportunity for a Material Control / Forklift Operator. Tipp City, Ohio, is one of six Abbott nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., with about half of its products exported around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family – a family of 260 that works together to help nourish the world.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority

• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled

• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance

• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans

• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, medical benefits start day 1

• Vacation – 3 weeks (1st yr prorated) + vacation buy program

• Pension Plan

• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system

• Via use of Cambar radio frequency inventory system: Store, pick or assemble finished product for shipment

• Understand and utilize ship orders and associated warehouse paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished products

• Maintain proper FIFO flow of finished products (may include operation of a forklift truck with a push-pull attachment)

• Store, pick or assemble raw materials in the warehouse, verifying the commodity number, quantity, release status and lot number

• Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy

• Deliver materials to production lines in a timely manner, maintain proper FIFO flow of raw materials and utilize knowledge of both raw materials and finished product nomenclature

• Clean up both raw material and finished goods warehouse areas

• Stage labels in mobile security carts for production lines

• Complete label control portion of work order

• Maintain accurate records and reconcile inventory errors

• Adhere to the safety guidelines and communicat safety and GMP concerns to Plant Material Control/Columbus Distribution Center leadership & follow up to assure the concerns are addressed

• Supply materials to lines or move product to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations

• Comply with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines

Education and Experience You'll Bring:

Required:

• High school diploma/GED

• Experience with sit / stand up down forklifts

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals

• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations is necessary

• Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.)

Preferred:

• Completion of technical college computer operations courses  

• Ability to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment

• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

     

The base pay for this position is

$15.55 – $31.15/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Supply Chain

     

DIVISION:

ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain

        

LOCATION:

United States > Tipp City : Main/Liquid Plant

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Shift Premium (United States Of America)

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment, Work in noisy environment

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf