Material Handler III

Job description

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 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Primary Job Function

Performs manual and clerical duties, which may utilize computers, in the movement of materials. Typically

involves the filling of consumption bins, cycle counting, faxing for materials and follow-up with vendors /

buyers.

Core Job Responsibilities

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

Duties include but are not limited to

1. Pulls material from warehouse stock using a pick list and possibly radio-frequency device (e.g., identifying the specific part number, lot number quantity and location of all material pulled).

2. Utilizes a bar code scanner to scan items for material airlock pick list.

3. Transports material (e.g., production and non-production materials) using a forklift, pallet jack, or truck to the designated location.

4. Responsible for the management /maintenance of specific materials assigned.

5. Participate and complete cycle count activities on a weekly basis.

6. Performs SAP transactions to clearly identify status of material.

7. Examines all packages visually at the time of delivery for any damage, and compares the identity and quantities listed on the packing slips, invoices and freight bills to the packages to ensure the information is accurate.

8. Lifts packages up to 50 lbs.

9. May participate in the training of new team members.

10. Provide customer service to a wide scope of customers (e.g. Engineering, technicians, production, management)

11. Enters material information (e.g P.O. number) into business computer system and generate receipt travelers.

12. Assignments require some judgment, initiative, and creativity in trouble shooting.

13. Process owner in the departments strategic initiative teams which drive towards positive results.

Position Accountability / Scope

(Planning/Organization) Prioritizes daily tasks to meet material kan-ban demands, and maintain a neat and

orderly workplace.

(Decision Making/Impact) Solves a wide range of complex problems and tasks with minimal guidance.

Accurate in counting /reconciling quantities. Understands organizational structure and positions of key

employees. Minimal supervision. Receives no appreciable instruction on routine work.

Minimum Education

H.S diploma or equivalent plus 6 + years of related work experience or equivalent combination. Two-year

degree or some college credits preferred.

Minimum Experience / Training Required

Working knowledge of Microsoft office (word, excel, and outlook). Experience with SAP inventory system. Will perform tasks in a quality system environment which can result in noncompliance with governmental

regulations. A fork-lift license is required to perform warehouse duties when needed.

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