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<p>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.</p><div><div><b>ABOUT ABBOTT</b></div></div><div><p>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.</p><p></p><p><b>This position works out of our Columbus, Ohio plant location in the Abbott Nutrition Division.</b> 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®.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p><b>WORKING AT ABBOTT</b></p><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Production areas that are <b>clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled </b></p></li><li><p><b>Training and career development</b>, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance</p></li><li><p><b>Financial security</b> through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans</p></li><li><p><b>Health care and well-being programs </b>including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs, <b>Medical Benefits start day 1</b></p></li><li><p><b>Vacation – 120 hours of accrued vacation (1st yr is prorated) + vacation buy program + 5 personal days + 10 paid holidays</b></p></li><li><p>Retiree Healthcare program</p></li><li><p><b>Robust 401(k) </b>retirement savings with a generous company match</p></li><li><p>Tuition reimbursement, the <a href="https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html" target="_blank">Freedom 2 Save</a> student debt program and <a href="https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html" target="_blank">FreeU</a> education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>THE OPPORTUNITY</b></p><p>The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for having a thorough working knowledge of all Plant Material Control job functions and applicable department equipment and system ie. Forklift, Cambar, HK Systems, TTMS, AMAPS, MITS, AES. The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for receiving, loading, unloading, cleaning, creating bills of lading (BOL's), case picking, assuming computer room responsibilities as needed & performing full functionality in the Shipping Office while maintaining compliance to all GMP, Safety and Quality guidelines. Must meet all safety and housekeeping requirements.</p><p></p><p><b>WHAT YOU’LL DO</b></p><p><b>Loading, unloading, case picking, barcoding, and palletizer operations:</b></p><ul><li><p>Performs all tasks safely, assures accurate documentation, follows all procedures/guidelines, assures trailers are loaded to meet weight requirements, performs all tasks in an efficient and effective manner</p></li></ul><p><b>Receiving Operations </b></p><ul><li><p>Creates very accurate & legible documentation, performs data entry accurately, maintains all applicable databases with needed information, efficiently process inbound pallets through the proper process and into the ASRS system.</p></li></ul><p><b>Shipping/Receiving office functions:</b></p><ul><li><p>Release orders in a timely manner, 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</p></li><li><p>Must communicate safety and GMP concerns to Plant Material Control/Columbus Distribution Center leadership and follow up to assure the concerns are addressed</p></li><li><p>Must communicate via verbal and email with all parties of the business.</p></li><li><p>Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines.</p></li><li><p>Ability to make decisions based on awareness of the area operations is necessary.</p></li><li><p>Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs).</p></li><li><p>This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott Nutritional Supply Chain regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>SHIFTS AVAILABLE:</b></p><p>12-Hour Day shift, 6a - 6:30p (rotating 2-2-3 schedule)</p><p>12 - Hour Night shift 6p - 6:30a (rotating 2-2-3 schedule)</p><p></p><p><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>High School Diploma or GED</p></li><li><p>Powered forklift experience</p></li><li><p>Ability to lift 50 lbs</p></li><li><p>This position requires excellent written/verbal communication skills, very good interpersonal skills, analytical troubleshooting skills, ability to multitask & a very good team player.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>Experience with tools and equipment related to the position is desired (hand tools, wearing of full body harness, sit-down forklift, stand up pick vehicle, computer knowledge/skills).</p></li></ul><p></p><p><a href="https://www.jobs.abbott/us/en" target="_blank"><b>Apply Now</b></a></p><p></p><p>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. <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/pre-employment-inquiries-and-citizenship" target="_blank">Pre-Employment Inquiries and Citizenship | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov)</a></p><p></p><p><b>Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  </b><a href="http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx" target="_blank">www.abbottbenefits.com</a></p><p>*Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p>Connect with us at <a href="http://www.abbott.com/" target="_blank">www.abbott.com</a>, on Facebook at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Abbott" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/Abbott</a><u>,</u> and on Twitter @AbbottNews.</p></div><br><br><p>The base pay for this position is $18.30 – $36.60 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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