Utility Operator, Receiving (2nd shift) - Sturgis, MI Plant

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 plan 
• 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, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU 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 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 Sturgis, MI 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. 

For over 70 years, Abbott’s Sturgis, Mich., has been impacting its community while producing products that provide essential nutrition to millions of families around the world. Working here, you’ll feel part of a family that is dedicated to making a difference and helping others. 

What You’ll Work On 

• Relieve routine tasks associated with the Material Control Operator, process general stores requests.
• Flexibility in job assignments and customer service oriented
• Must be able to use a forklift regularly and for prolonged periods to perform job
• Must know duties of these positions – Receiving Clerk, Material Control Operator, General Stores, Label Hold Cage Coordinator and others so they can perform as needed.
• Timely and accurate paper and computer work, such as receiving clerk duties and others as assigned
• Update and troubleshoot data in MITS system, such as bag movements, line supply locators, etc.
• Participate in cost reduction, process improvements and other job-related activities necessary to maintain and improve department competitiveness in the industry
• Other duties as assigned by the manager / supervisor

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures. 

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability to use a computer to perform the job duties
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CDL (commercial drivers license)
• Must have ability to work in a high-pressure, fast paced and constantly changing customer service driven environment
• Flexible: position has an assigned shift; however, on occasion will be assigned to another shift for designated periods
• Ability to safely operate a forklift on a regular and prolonged basis during the performance of job duties
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills, very good interpersonal skills, analytical troubleshooting skills, ability to multitask, and a very good team player

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritional products
• 6 months or more experience in Material Control
• Forklift experience

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) 

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* 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 and Military/Veteran friendly Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

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