Forklift Operator - 3rd shift, Mon-Fri
25 days ago
Columbus
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. ABOUT ABBOTT Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio Distribution Center location in the Abbott Nutrition Division. 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®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives. The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives. WORKING AT ABBOTT At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: • 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 – 120 hours of accrued vacation + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays, • Retiree Healthcare program, • Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match, • Tuition reimbursement, the ___ student debt program and ___ education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree., • A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune., • A stable company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities, • A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. THE OPPORTUNITY The Forklift Operator receives, stores, picks and dispenses raw materials and/or finished products. Coordinates timely accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to work-in-process/production areas. Coordinates timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations. Responsible for loading and unloading of material with the use of a forklift. WHAT YOU’LL DO • Safely operate a forklift and able to efficiently use the Cambar (warehouse management system), • Via use of Cambar radio frequency inventory system, the employee stores, picks or assembles finished product for shipment., • Understand and properly utilize ship orders and associated Columbus Distribution Center paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished product and returns, • Maintain proper FIFO flow of finished products (may include operation of a forklift truck with a push-pull attachment), • Store, pick or assemble finished product for shipment using the Cambar radio frequency inventory system, • Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy, • Effectively process shipments in a timely manner, using operating systems within the Columbus Distribution Center, • Maintain proper FIFO flow of finished products (may include operation of a forklift truck with a push-pull attachment), • Verify the commodity number, quantity, release status and lot numbers, • Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines. Must communicate safety concerns to Columbus Distribution Center leadership & follow up to assure the concerns are addressed., • This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines. SHIFT 3rd shift, 11p – 7:30am EST, Monday - Fri REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • High School Diploma or GED minimum, • 2+ years of experience working in a distribution center, warehouse, or large backroom, • 1+ year of experience using forklifts on a daily basis, • Experience with Warehouse Management Systems or Operating Systems, • Experience using RF Scanners, • 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.)., • Must be able to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment. This position requires good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. ___ In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: ___ Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: *Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at ___, on Facebook at ___, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $15.55 – $31.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
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