Forklift Operator & Material Handler – Growth & Benefits

Abbott; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Altavista, VA is seeking a Material Handler for Ingredient Storage in the Nutrition Supply Chain. You will operate a forklift to unload and receive raw materials, count and verify materials, and stage items for production to keep inventory aligned with production needs.

The role emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance (FDA/OSHA) and requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years forklift experience. Preferred knowledge includes MITS, AMAPS, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of two years forklift experience.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems (MITS, AMAPS) and Microsoft Office is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift or other material handling equipment to unload and receive all raw materials in a timely, accurate, and safe manner (full truckload, LTL, railcar, and tanker).
• Ensure all supplier documentation is complete and correct.
• Accurately count and verify all raw materials prior to unloading.
• Accurately pull and stage all raw materials needed for production.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are accurate.
• Ensure Material Inventory Tracking System (MITS) matches physical description, count, location, and status of each raw material item.
• Assist with cycle counting requirements for all raw materials.
• Accurately complete InterPlant Transfers (IPT).

Skills

Forklift experience

Written & verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MITS

AMAPS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Abbott in Altavista, VA is seeking a Material Handler for Ingredient Storage in the Nutrition Supply Chain. You will operate a forklift to unload and receive raw materials, count and verify materials, and stage items for production to keep inventory aligned with production needs.

The role emphasizes safety and regulatory compliance (FDA/OSHA) and requires a high school diploma or GED with at least two years forklift experience. Preferred knowledge includes MITS, AMAPS, and Microsoft Office.