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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. **Material Control / Forklift Operator ($20/hr.; 1st Shift - 6:30AM - 2:30PM - Rotating Schedule)** **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** + **Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 3 personal days + 10 paid holidays** + Retiree Healthcare program + **Robust 401(k)** retirement savings with a generous company match + Tuition reimbursement, theFreedom 2 Savestudent debt program andFreeUeducation 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 around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. + **A stable company** with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities + 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 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 On** The **Forklift** **Operator (1st Shift - 6:30AM - 2:30PM )** 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 thequality system + Via use of Cambarradio frequencyinventory system, the employee stores, picks or assembles finished product for shipment + Understands and properly utilizes ship orders and associated warehouse paperworkand RF terminalsfor shipping/receiving finished product + Maintains proper FIFO flow of finished products (may include operation of aforklifttruck with a push-pull attachment) + Stores, picks or assembles raw materials in the warehouse, verifying the commodity number, quantity, release status and lot number + Checks materials against packaging lists, invoices, freight bills or other pertinent documentation to assure conformity and accuracy + Delivers materials toproduction linesin a timelymanner, maintainsproper FIFO flow of raw materials and utilizes knowledge of both raw materials and finishedproduct nomenclature + Cleans up both raw material and finished goods warehouse areas + Stages labels in mobile security carts forproduction lines + Understands and completeslabel controlportion of work order + Maintains accurate records and reconcilesinventory errors + Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines. Must communicate safety andGMPconcerns to Plant Material Control/Columbus Distribution Center leadership & follow up to assure the concerns are addressed + Must supply materials to lines or move product to and from dock areas to maintain efficient shipping and receiving operations This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines **Pay and Shift** The hourly pay for this position is **$20.00/hour** . Hours for this role are on **1st Shift (6:30AM - 2:30PM)** **and will work 5 days per week on a 6-week rotating schedule.** **Required Qualifications** + High school diploma/GED + Must have experience with sit down forklifts + Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.) **Preferred Qualifications** + Completion of technical college computeroperationscourses + Knowledge of applicableregulatory standardsand requirements for infant formula and nutritionals + Ability to make decisionsbased on awareness of areaoperations + Ability to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantlychanging environment + Good written/verbal communication skills,interpersonal skillsandanalyticaltroubleshootingskills In 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) **Apply Now** * Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year. **Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:** www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $15.15 – $30.25 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com