What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift operator position at Abbott?
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, Ensure, and Glucerna to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.
Altavista, Va. , is one of Abbott’s largest nutrition manufacturing plants equipped with advanced technology to ensure efficient production.
Working here will make you feel like you’re part of a family that works together to make a difference and help nourish millions of families around the world.
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.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid CDL license or be able to obtain a CDL license within 6 months
Last updated : 2024-08-14
Salary : $20