Materials Management Associate I

Abbott Laboratories; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories, a global healthcare leader, seeks an entry-level Materials Management Associate I to support material flow in its Madison, Wisconsin facilities. This role involves receiving, labeling, storing, and restocking materials, with duties spanning from shipping and receiving to data entry in SAP/EWM.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (or an associate degree in logistics or related field), basic computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Basic computer proficiency including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming materials.
• Operate forklifts and other site equipment as required.
• Restock lab supplies and fulfill internal material requests.
• Deliver materials to appropriate locations and update records in SAP/EWM.
• Prepare outbound shipments and ensure regulatory compliance (DOT/IATA).
• Document receipts, storage, and shipments accurately.
• Escalate discrepancies or issues per procedures.
• Engage in cross-training and skill development.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate degree in logistics or related field

Tools

SAP

EWM

Job description

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 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

The Materials Management Associate I supports basic materials handling, inventory control, shipping/receiving and restocking activities. This entry-level role works under close supervision and follows clearly defined procedures to ensure timely and accurate material flow in support of laboratory, production, and operational needs.

Shift: 7am - 3:30pm, Mon-Fri

Location: Onsite in Madison, WI

Essential Duties

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming materials in designated locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures.
• Operate equipment essential to job duties, including forklifts, electric jacks, cherry pickers, and other machinery specific to the site.
• Place goods in designated storage areas and restock lab supplies as needed.
• Fulfill internal material requests and deliver materials to appropriate locations.
• Support basic inventory transactions and data entry in SAP/EWM.
• Assist with packaging and preparing outbound shipments, including compliance with DOT and IATA hazardous materials regulations.
• Accurately document receipt, storage, and shipment records.
  Ensure adherence to GMP guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety requirements.
• Escalate inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, or other issues per escalation protocols.
• Engage in cross-training and continuous skill development.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED and 1 year of relevant experience; or associate degree in logistics, business, or related field.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and accurate data entry skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in country where work will be performed on a full or part-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in warehouse or material handling role.
• Exposure to SAP, EWM, or other ERP systems.
• Experience in GMP or biotech environment.

The base pay for this position is $14.85 – $29.65 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.