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

Abbott•Sturgis, MI

3d•$19 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

This position works out of our Sturgis, MI 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. For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Ability to use a computer to perform the job duties
Must be able to obtain and maintain a CDL (commercial drivers license)
Must have ability to work in a high-pressure, fast paced and constantly changing customer service driven environment
Flexible: position has an assigned shift; however, on occasion will be assigned to another shift for designated periods
Ability to safely operate a forklift on a regular and prolonged basis during the performance of job duties
Excellent written/verbal communication skills, very good interpersonal skills, analytical troubleshooting skills, ability to multitask, and a very good team player

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritional products
6 months or more experience in Material Control
Forklift experience

Responsibilities

Relieve routine tasks associated with the Material Control Operator, process general stores requests.
Flexibility in job assignments and customer service oriented
Must be able to use a forklift regularly and for prolonged periods to perform job
Must know duties of these positions – Receiving Clerk, Material Control Operator, General Stores, Label Hold Cage Coordinator and others so they can perform as needed.
Timely and accurate paper and computer work, such as receiving clerk duties and others as assigned
Update and troubleshoot data in MITS system, such as bag movements, line supply locators, etc.
Participate in cost reduction, process improvements and other job-related activities necessary to maintain and improve department competitiveness in the industry
Other duties as assigned by the manager / supervisor
Accountable for meeting compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Benefits

Onboarding programs for new employees
Tuition assistance
Competitive compensation
Incentives
Retirement plan
Medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Medical Benefits start day 1
120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated)
Vacation buy program
3 personal days
10 paid holidays
Retiree Healthcare program
Robust 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
Tuition reimbursement
Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.