Forklift Operator (3rd Shift, 10:00p - 7:00a, Rotating Weekends)

The Forklift Operator (Third shift - 10:00p - 7:00a EST) 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 the quality system
• Via use of Cambar radio frequency inventory system, the employee stores, picks or assembles finished product for shipment
• Understands and properly utilizes ship orders and associated warehouse paperwork and RF terminals for shipping/receiving finished product
• Maintains proper FIFO flow of finished products (may include operation of a forklift truck 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 to production lines in a timely manner, maintains proper FIFO flow of raw materials and utilizes knowledge of both raw materials and finished product nomenclature
• Cleans up both raw material and finished goods warehouse areas
• Stages labels in mobile security carts for production lines
• Understands and completes label control portion of work order
• Maintains accurate records and reconciles inventory errors
• Accountable for personal safety and adhering to the safety guidelines. Must communicate safety and GMP concerns 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

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

Hours for this role are 10:00pm – 7:00am and will work 5 days per week on a 6-week rotating schedule.

• High school diploma/GED
• Must have experience with sit down forklifts
• Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.)

• Completion of technical college computer operations courses
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals
• Ability to make decisions based on awareness of area operations
• Ability to deal with people under high pressure and in a constantly changing environment
• Good written/verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and analytical troubleshooting skills

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)