Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - Tipp City Plant

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Tipp City, OH 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.

What You'll Work On

• The Forklift Operator receives, stores, picks and dispenses raw materials and/or finished products.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of materials from warehouse inventory to work-in-process/production areas.
• Coordinates timely accurate flow of finished products to support shipments to customers and other destinations.
• Responsible for loading and unloading of material with the use of a forklift.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
• Via use of Cambar radio frequency inventory system, the employee stores, picks or assembles finished product for shipment.
• Understands and properly utilizes ship orders and associated warehouse paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished product.
• Maintains proper FIFO flow of finished products (may include operation of a forklift truck with a push-pull attachment).
• Stores, picks or assembles raw materials in the warehouse, verifying the commodity number, quantity, release status and lot number.
• Checks materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy.
• Delivers materials to production lines in a timely manner, maintains proper FIFO flow of raw materials and utilizes knowledge of both raw materials and finished product nomenclature.
• Cleans up both raw material and finished goods warehouse areas.
• Stages labels in mobile security carts for production lines.
• Understands and completes label control portion of work order.
• Maintains accurate records and reconciles inventory errors.
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.
• Must communicate safety and GMP concerns to Plant Material Control/Columbus Distribution Center leadership & follow up to assure the concerns are addressed.
• Must supply materials to lines or move product to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED
• Must have experience with sit down forklifts
• Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of technical college computer operations courses
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations
• Ability to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills