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

Abbott Laboratories • Sturgis, MI

4d • $19 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is based at Abbott’s Sturgis, Michigan location in the Abbott Nutrition division. The Utility Operator, Receiving supports material control and receiving operations, processes general stores requests, and provides coverage across related positions as needed. The role requires regular and prolonged forklift use, accurate paper and computer work, and customer-focused flexibility in a fast-paced environment. The employee will help maintain and improve departmental competitiveness through cost reduction and process-improvement activities, and must meet applicable FDA, OSHA, and Abbott compliance standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to use a computer to perform job duties.
• Ability 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 an 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.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Relieve routine tasks associated with the Material Control Operator and process general stores requests.
• Adapt to changing job assignments and provide customer-oriented service.
• Use a forklift regularly and for prolonged periods to perform job duties.
• Know the duties of the Receiving Clerk, Material Control Operator, General Stores, Label Hold Cage Coordinator, and other related positions, and perform those duties as needed.
• Complete timely and accurate paperwork and computer work, including receiving clerk duties and other assigned work.
• Update and troubleshoot data in the MITS system, including bag movements and line supply locators.
• Participate in cost-reduction efforts, process improvements, and other activities needed to maintain and improve departmental competitiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager or supervisor.
• Meet compliance standards, including FDA, OSHA, and Abbott policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; medical benefits start on day one.
• Wellness and occupational health programs.
• 120 hours of accrued vacation in the first year, prorated, plus a vacation-buy program, three personal days, and 10 paid holidays.
• Retiree healthcare program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and the FreeU education benefit.
• Free coverage in the HIP PPO medical plan in the next calendar year for participants who complete a short wellness assessment.

What This Job Offers

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