Forklift Operator, Receiving (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant

Abbott • Sturgis, MI

4d • $17 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator, Receiving works at Abbott’s Sturgis, Michigan location in the Abbott Nutrition division. The role supports production by supplying materials, receiving and storing incoming materials, and carrying out related activities, including GMP cleaning. The operator uses the Material Inventory Tracking System (MITS) to locate, deliver, and accurately scan materials, following FEFO (First Expiration, First Out) practices and ensuring scanned materials are in their recorded locations. The role requires reading production schedules to anticipate customer needs and safely operating a forklift to move varied loads using storage methods such as stacking, drive-in racks, and push-back racks, without damaging materials or the facility. The operator must follow storage requirements for items such as allergens, plastics, and oils, and comply with FDA, OSHA, and Abbott policies and procedures. Overtime during the week and on weekends may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift experience or the ability to quickly learn the skill.
• Good communication skills.
• Prioritizes safety.
• Understanding of current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs).
• Flexibility in thinking and duties.
• Ability to self-direct work.
• Ability to multitask.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Supply materials to production areas and perform related activities.
• Receive and store incoming materials.
• Perform GMP cleaning.
• Supply materials to customers in a timely manner.
• Assist with unloading various materials.
• Use MITS to locate and deliver items according to FEFO (First Expiration, First Out).
• Use MITS to accurately scan materials when moved and ensure materials are in the locations to which they are scanned.
• Read production schedules and anticipate customer needs.
• Safely and effectively operate a forklift to move a variety of loads using different storage methods, without damaging materials or the facility.
• Understand and follow storage requirements, including those for allergens, plastics, and oils.
• Meet compliance standards, including FDA, OSHA, and Abbott policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Employees may qualify for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, offering an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor’s degree.
• Career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED