Warehouse Specialist - 12-Hour Day Shift - Columbus Plant

Abbott • Columbus, OH

4d • $17 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Specialist works at Abbott’s Columbus, Ohio plant in the Abbott Nutrition Division. The role requires thorough working knowledge of Plant Material Control functions and applicable department equipment and systems, including forklifts, Cambar, HK Systems, TTMS, AMAPS, MITS, and AES. The specialist performs receiving, loading, unloading, cleaning, bill-of-lading preparation, case picking, palletizer operations, and Shipping Office functions, and may assume computer room responsibilities as needed. The role must maintain compliance with GMP, safety, quality, FDA, USDA, OSHA, and Abbott Nutrition Supply Chain requirements, while meeting safety and housekeeping standards.

This position follows a 12-hour rotating day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The example schedule alternates between Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday in Week 1 and Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday in Week 2. The position is based onsite at the Columbus Plant and does not require travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of warehouse experience.
• Experience with powered material-handling tools and equipment, including powered forklifts, sit-down forklifts, stand-up pick vehicles, hand tools, and full-body harnesses.
• Computer knowledge and skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Very good interpersonal skills.
• Analytical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to multitask and work well as a team player.
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations.
• Ability to lift and maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of job experience within Plant Material Control/Columbus Distribution Center.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform loading, unloading, case picking, barcoding, and palletizer operations; complete accurate documentation, follow procedures and guidelines, ensure trailers meet weight requirements, and work efficiently.
• Create accurate and legible receiving documentation, enter data accurately, maintain applicable databases, and process inbound pallets through the proper process and into the ASRS system.
• Perform Shipping and Receiving office functions, including timely order releases, accurate documentation, professional interactions, timely and accurate database maintenance, and ensuring bills of lading are signed and dated by the Common Carrier Driver and Clerk during the shift.
• Perform cleaning and bill-of-lading preparation, and assume computer room responsibilities as needed.
• Communicate safety and GMP concerns to Plant Material Control/Columbus Distribution Center leadership and follow up to ensure they are addressed.
• Communicate verbally and by email with business stakeholders.
• Maintain personal safety and comply with safety guidelines, housekeeping requirements, and applicable regulatory and company requirements.
• Make decisions based on awareness of area operations.

Benefits

• Training and career development, including onboarding programs for new employees.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and the FreeU education benefit.
• Competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness and occupational health programs; medical benefits start on day one.
• 120 hours of accrued vacation in the first year (prorated), a vacation buy program, 5 personal days, and 10 paid holidays.
• Retiree healthcare program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Potential qualification for free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

What This Job Offers

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