Palletizer Operator - Altavista, VA Plant (3rd Shift)

Abbott; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott in Altavista, VA, is seeking a Palletizer Operator to support our Nutrition manufacturing site. You will operate palletizer, loader, and wrapper, perform setup, and ensure accurate batch handling in Cambar.

This role requires a high school diploma, forklift license preferred, and mechanical aptitude with good math; the plant emphasizes safety and compliance with FDA/OSHA. Opportunities to grow are available at a world-class nutrition facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift license preferred.
• Mechanically adept with a good mathematical background.
• Technical college computer courses are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate the finished goods palletizer, the slip sheet dispenser, the pallet loader and the stretch wrapper and perform minor adjustments to the equipment
• Set-up and load the associated equipment
• Accurately input batch information into Cambar, affix tags to designated pallets of manufactured goods, and maintain inventory count records
• Enter the batch count into the Cambar system assuring accuracy for product traceability and audits
• Verify batch quantity between Cambar System and computerized warehouse systems – troubleshoot any discrepancies
• Run queries and verify counts and RECO problems.
• Operate forklift truck in performance of duties; this requires obtaining a forklift license and completion of daily equipment inspection

Skills

Forklift Operation

Mechanical Aptitude

Math Basics

Technical Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cambar system

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Palletizer Operator

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 forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical 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

• Operate the finished goods palletizer, the slip sheet dispenser, the pallet loader and the stretch wrapper and perform minor adjustments to the equipment

• Set-up and load the associated equipment

• Accurately input batch information into Cambar, affix tags to designated pallets of manufactured goods, and maintain inventory count records

• Enter the batch count into the Cambar system assuring accuracy for product trace ability and audits

• Verify batch quantity between Cambar System and computerized warehouse systems – troubleshoot any discrepancies

• Run queries and verify counts and RECO problems.

• Operate forklift truck in performance of duties; this requires obtaining a forklift license and completion of daily equipment inspection

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift Operation and/or the ability to obtain a forklift license

• Being mechanically adept with a good mathematical background is highly desirable

• Technical college computer courses

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

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 www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.

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:

Manufacturing

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