Warehouse Clerk at Abbott

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 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION:Working at AbbottAt Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and family be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors 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 company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.The Opportunity This position works out of our Waukeegan IL location in the GES Global Engineering Services division. The Stockroom Clerk is responsible for maintaining stock items in all aspects including expediting of stock orders vendor questions receive questions/discrepancies. Upon receipt the stockroom clerk checks receiver sheets for accuracy and stores parts in the proper location. The majority of time is spent utilizing computer applications. Clerks maintain the integrity of the inventory via cycle counting and correct inventory data as needed. The maintenance department is dependent upon the stockrooms ability to maintain stock items and repairs. Stockroom clerks accurately maintain all data in the Maximo system.Shift 1st M F 5:45 am - 2:15 pmWhat Youll Work OnStockroom clerks have vendor contact on a daily basis to place orders expedite purchase of critical items and follow-up on open stock orders.Issues stock items.Receives and stores stock items.Performs cycle counting.Cycle counting is done on a daily basis to maintain the accuracy of stock items.Works with Engineering and maintenance to set up new items.Processes repair items and maintains a separate warehouse for repairable items.Must obtain RA# from vendor handle paperwork involved and package and identify properly for shipping.Maintains stockroom in a neat and orderly manner to be always ready.Must perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor to meet department goals.Receives records and stores incoming material.Provides financial reports for plant personnel assists accounts payable concerning invoice discrepancies provides repair parts for PMs shutdowns etc.Accountability/Scope:This position is accountable for proper recordkeeping and control of inventory.Failure to maintain a high degree of accuracy could result in improper issuance and downtime due to unavailable repair parts.This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA (GMP) USDA OSHA and Abbott regulations policies procedures or guidelines.Required QualificationsHigh school diploma/GED required or equivalent work experience.This position requires a high level of attention to detail good written and verbal communication skills and analytical problem solving skills.Must be computer literate. 80% of the stockroom clerks time is using desktop or network applications such as Maximo and SAP.The job requires working with a complex computer inventory accounting system.Computer skills are a must from data entry to the day to day operation of the stockroom.Must be able to perform a varied number of duties with high levels of interruptions.Must possess excellent interpersonal skills since this position interacts with all levels of employees.Must also possess the ability to locate in a timely manner needed stock items when little information is given. Also must research and investigate inventory discrepancies.Preferred QualificationsThis position requires problem solving abilities in investigating order discrepancies and expediting outstanding/rush ordersThey must quickly interpret inventory positioning.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: 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 committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. The base pay for this position is $17.80 $35.60/hourIn specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:Facilities & Maintenance DIVISION:GES Global Engineering Services LOCATION:United States > Waukegan : J36 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:Yes 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day) Lift carry push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis Work in noisy environment Work requiring repeated bending stooping squatting or kneeling Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: Key Skills Abinitio,Electronic Security,Internship,Learning Management System,Airport,Environment Health And Safety Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 17 - 35