Forklift / Warehouse Utility - NEW Altavista, VA Warehouse - 2nd Shift
Abbott Laboratories
Summary
This position works out of our Altavista, VA location in the Abbott Nutrition division, in our NEW Distribution Center. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages.
Job description
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Altavista, VA location in the Abbott Nutrition division, in our NEW Distribution Center. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages.
Shift Schedules
- Sunday/Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 3:00 pm - 1:30 am
- Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday 3:00 pm - 1:30 am
What You'll Work On
- Receiving Operations: Create very accurate & legible documentation, perform data entry accurately, maintain all applicable databases with needed information, and efficiently process inbound pallets through the proper process
- Loading, Unloading, Casepicking, Barcoding and Palletizer Operations: Perform all tasks safely, assure accurate documentation, follow all process procedures / guidelines, assure trailers are loaded to meet weight requirements, and perform all tasks in an efficient & effective manner. This includes safely operating the palletizer equipment and shuttle wagon/switcher to meet business needs
- Shipping/Receiving Office Functions: Assure all documentation is accurate, address people in a professional manner, assure all databases are accurately maintained with timely entries, assure BOL's are signed/dated by Common Carrier Driver and the Clerk during the shift
- Store, pick or assemble raw materials in the warehouse, verifying the commodity number, quantity, release status, and lot number. Check materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy
- Clean up finished goods warehouse areas
- All other tasks as assigned by management to meet the needs of the business
You'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, and operating material handling equipment for extended periods
- Meet compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures
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.