Utility Operator, Receiving (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant
About The Position
The Utility Operator, Receiving works at Abbott’s Sturgis, Michigan location in the Abbott Nutrition division. The position provides coverage for routine Material Control Operator tasks and processes general stores requests. It requires flexibility across assignments and a customer-service orientation, including the ability to perform the duties of Receiving Clerk, Material Control Operator, General Stores, Label Hold Cage Coordinator, and other roles as needed. The operator performs timely and accurate paperwork and computer work, updates and troubleshoots data in the MITS system, and uses a forklift regularly and for prolonged periods. The role also participates in cost reduction and process improvement activities and follows applicable FDA, OSHA, and Abbott compliance requirements. The assigned shift is second shift, although the employee may occasionally be assigned to another shift for designated periods.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to use a computer to perform job duties.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license (CDL).
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced, constantly changing, customer-service-driven environment.
- Flexibility to work the assigned shift and, on occasion, another shift for designated periods.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift regularly and for prolonged periods.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Very good interpersonal skills.
- Analytical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to multitask and work well as a team player.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritional products.
- Six months or more of Material Control experience.
- Forklift experience.
Responsibilities
- Relieve routine tasks associated with the Material Control Operator and process general stores requests.
- Adapt to job assignments and provide customer-oriented service.
- Safely operate a forklift regularly and for prolonged periods.
- Know and perform the duties of Receiving Clerk, Material Control Operator, General Stores, Label Hold Cage Coordinator, and other positions as needed.
- Complete timely and accurate paperwork and computer work, including receiving clerk duties.
- Update and troubleshoot data in the MITS system, including bag movements and line supply locators.
- Participate in cost reduction, process improvement, and other activities needed to maintain and improve department competitiveness.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.
- Meet applicable FDA, OSHA, and Abbott compliance standards and procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical benefits starting on day one.
- Wellness and occupational health programs.
- 120 hours of accrued vacation in the first year (prorated), a vacation buy program, three personal days, and ten paid holidays.
- Retiree healthcare program.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Tuition assistance and reimbursement.
- Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit.
- Competitive compensation and incentives.
- Free coverage in the HIP PPO medical plan in the next calendar year for participants who complete a short wellness assessment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
