Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Abbott Nutrition Forklift OperatorAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.The OpportunityThis 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. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.Tipp City, Ohio, is one of Abbott's newest nutrition manufacturing facilities with technology that enhances production efficiency and product quality. Join us and you'll be part of a family that's dedicated to innovation and excellence and dedicated to nourishing millions of families around the world.What You'll Work OnThe 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 systemVia use of Cambar radio frequency inventory system, the employee stores, picks or assembles finished product for shipmentUnderstands and properly utilizes ship orders and associated warehouse paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished productMaintains 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 numberChecks materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracyDelivers 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 nomenclatureCleans up both raw material and finished goods warehouse areasStages labels in mobile security carts for production linesUnderstands and completes label control portion of work orderMaintains accurate records and reconciles inventory errorsAccountable 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 addressedMust supply materials to lines or move product to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operationsThis position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelinesYou'll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma/GEDMust have experience with sit down forkliftsMust be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.)Preferred QualificationsCompletion of technical college computer operations coursesKnowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionalsAbility to make decisions based on awareness of area operationsAbility to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environmentGood written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skillsIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)The base pay for this position is $15.55 – $31.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.