Forklift Operator - 3rd shift, Mon-Fri

Abbott

106d • $15 - $31

About The Position

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.).
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift and efficiently use the Cambar (warehouse management system).
• Store, pick or assemble finished product for shipment using the Cambar radio frequency inventory system.
• 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.
• 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.
• Verify the commodity number, quantity, release status and lot numbers.
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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 Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries.
• A stable company with a record of strong financial performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees