Forklift Driver - Altavista, VA Warehouse (2nd Shift)

Abbott (abbottcareers2 board); United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott's Altavista, VA nutrition manufacturing facility is hiring an Operator for the Warehouse Distribution Center. The role involves coordinating timely material flow from inventory to production areas and shipments, operating a forklift, and using an RF system to store, pick, or assemble finished goods.

You will maintain FIFO, process shipping paperwork, keep the area clean, and maintain accurate inventory records. Abbott offers career development and a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Experience with warehouse RF inventory systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate timely and accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to requested areas.
• Coordinate timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations.
• Load and unload materials with a forklift.
• Utilize Cambar RF inventory system to store, pick, or assemble finished product for shipment.
• Understand and properly utilize ship orders and warehouse paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished product.
• Maintain proper FIFO flow of finished products; operate a forklift with a push-pull attachment (reach forklift).
• Store, pick or assemble finished goods; verify item number, quantity, release status and lot number.
• Know finished product nomenclature and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and the finished goods warehouse.
• Maintain accurate records and reconcile inventory errors.
• All other tasks as assigned by management to meet the needs of the business.

Tools

Forklift

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Operator Warehouse Distribution Center

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:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU 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 worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• 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

This position works out of our Altavista, VA 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.

Altavista, Va. , is one of Abbott's largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production. Working here will make you feel like you're part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.

What You’ll Work On

• Coordinate timely and accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to desired areas
• Coordinate 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
• 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 warehouse paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished product.
• Maintain proper FIFO flow of finished products. Includes operation of a forklift truck with a push-pull attachment (reach forklift)
• Store, pick or assemble finished goods within the warehouse, verifying the item number, quantity, release status, and lot number. Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy
• Utilize knowledge of finished product nomenclature and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and of the finished goods warehouse
• Maintain accurate records and reconciles inventory errors
• All other tasks as assigned by management to meet the needs of the business

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Fork-Lift experience

The base pay for this position is

$17.15 - $34.25/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 > Altavista : Building 1

WORK SHIFT: Shift Premium (United States Of America)

TRAVEL: No

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), 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

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