Abbott

Healthcare

ForkliftOperator

$0–0k Columbus, Ohio, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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

The Brief

“Forklift Operator at Abbott. Skills: Forklift operation, Warehouse management system, Inventory control. Receive raw materials. Store raw materials”

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Problems you'll solve

Analytical troubleshooting

Eligibility Requirements

Continuous standing for prolonged periods, Continuous walking for prolonged periods

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

High School Diploma, 1 year warehouse experience, Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations, Able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs), Able to deal with people under high pressure, Able to deal with constantly changing environment, Good written/verbal communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Analytical troubleshooting skills

What You'll Do.

Receive raw materials

Dispense raw materials

Receive finished products

Store finished products

Pick finished products

Dispense finished products

Coordinate material flow to production

Coordinate product flow for shipments

Load material with forklift

Unload material with forklift

Use Cambar radio frequency inventory system

Assemble finished product for shipment

Utilize associated paperwork

Maintain FIFO flow of finished products

Operate forklift truck with push-pull attachment

Check materials against packaging lists

Check materials against invoices

Check materials against freight bills

Assure conformity and accuracy

Process shipments in a timely manner

Use operating systems

Verify commodity number

Verify release status

Comply with FDA regulations

Comply with USDA regulations

Comply with OSHA regulations

Comply with Abbott regulations

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:** **ABOUT ABBOTT** Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. **This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio Distribution Center 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. The Columbus Plant is Abbott’s first manufacturing facility in the world, making us a leader in science-backed nutrition products. Working here, you’ll be part of a family that works together to produce quality products that make a difference and help keep consumers nourished at every stage of their lives. **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: * Production areas that are **clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled** * **Training and career development** , with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance * **Financial security** through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans * **Health care and well-being programs** including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, **Medical Benefits start day 1** * **Vaca

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