Abbott

Healthcare

ForkliftDriver/MaterialHandler2ndShift

$0–0k Altavista, Virginia, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Forklift Driver / Material Handler 2nd Shift at Abbott. Skills: Forklift operation, Material handling, Inventory management. Operate forklift or material handling equipment. Unload and receive raw materials”

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Eligibility Requirements

Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High school diploma or GED, Minimum of two years Forklift experience

Nice to Have

Knowledge of inventory control system, Microsoft Office proficiency, Excellent written communication skills, Excellent verbal communication skills

What You'll Do.

Operate forklift or material handling equipment

Unload and receive raw materials

Ensure supplier documentation is complete

Count and verify raw materials

Pull and stage raw materials for production

Ensure inventory transactions are accurate

Ensure MITS matches physical description

Assist with cycle counting requirements

Complete InterPlant Transfers (IPT)

How You'll Work.

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Full Job Description

Abbott 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. ## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **Material Handler Ingredient Storage** **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: * Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. * Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. * An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution * Tuition reimbursement, the [Freedom 2 Save](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and [FreeU](https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. * A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. * A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** **This position works out of our Altavista, VA 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®, Ens

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