Palletizer Operator - 2nd Shift Altavista

Abbott • Altavista, VA

2d • $17 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• 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

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 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.

Benefits

• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical 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.

What This Job Offers

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