Forklift Operator, Receiving (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant
Abbott Laboratories
Summary
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.
Job description
The Opportunity
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.
What You'll Work On
- Material supply to production areas and related activities
- Incoming material receipt and storage
- GMP cleaning
- Supply materials in a timely manner to the customer
- Assist in the unloading of various materials
- Effectively utilize the MITS (Material Inventory Tracking System) to locate and deliver items based on FEFO (First Expiration, First Out)
- Effectively utilize MITS to accurately scan materials when moved
- Must be able to read a production schedule and use to anticipate the needs of the customer
- Drive a forklift safely and effectively, moving a variety of load types, using various storage methods without damage to material or facility
- Understand and adhere to all storage requirements including allergen, plastics, oils, etc.
- Ability to work OT during the week and on weekends
You'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Forklift experience or the ability to quickly learn the skill
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
- Good communication skills
- Prioritizes safety
- Understanding of cGMP's (current good manufacturing practices)
- Flexibility in thinking and duties
- Ability to self-direct work
- Ability to multi-task
Benefits
- Free medical coverage (HIP PPO)
- Retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Freedom 2 Save student debt program
- FreeU education benefit
- Career development
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare technology leader founded in 1888 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. As an international medtech and pharmaceutical company, Abbott operates in approximately 160 countries worldwide with a workforce of over 115,000 employees. The company is organized into four major business segments: Medical Devices (48% of revenue), Diagnostics (20%), Nutritional Products (19%), and Established Pharmaceutical Products (12%). Abbott's medical devices portfolio includes revolutionary technologies such as the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitoring system for diabetes management, cardiovascular devices like the MitraClip and TriClip for heart valve repair, and neuromodulation systems for chronic pain management. The company's diagnostics division pioneered breakthrough tests including the first licensed HIV blood test in 1985. With a rich history spanning over 135 years, Abbott has consistently been recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies since 1984 and continues to drive innovation in healthcare technology to help people live healthier, fuller lives.