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Abbott

Control Room Operator - 2nd Shift

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Elko County

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$22.73 - $32.96/hr

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Elko County, NV

Control Room Operator

Elko, NV · On-site

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Iteris

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AspectRadio Room OperatorMarine Radio Operator
CertificationsFCC Radio Operator License, FCC Marine Radio Operator PermitFCC Marine Radio Operator Permit, GMDSS certification
Work EnvironmentShipboard, maritime communication centersVessels, ships, maritime communication stations
Industry UsageMaritime, shipping, navalMaritime, shipping, offshore industries
Job FocusManaging ship-to-shore and ship-to-ship communicationsOperating marine radios, emergency communication on vessels

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Control Room Operator - 2nd Shift

Abbott

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Abbott rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 129 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

131st of 512 rated manufacturers

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:

ABOUT ABBOTT:

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.

Abbott's Nutrition Division 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 get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.

Our location in Columbus, OH (High Rise Warehouse) currently has an opportunity for a Control Room Operator - 2nd Shift. With state-of-the-art equipment and advanced automation, you will work with a team that's dedicated to nourishing the world.

2nd Shift - Mondays - Fridays - 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM EST

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 plans

  • 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 + 5 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 stablecompany 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:

The Control Room Operator - 2nd Shift is responsible for planning, organizing and directing all efforts to assure the WMS (Warehouse Management System), EMS (Equipment Management System), and associated equipment are always operational. The position will work onsite at our Columbus, OH (High Rise Warehouse) location.

This position is critical to eliminate down time, maximize efficiency, and ensure that the plant finished goods inventory is accurate. The Control Room Operator is responsible for having a thorough working knowledge of all distribution center equipment and systems used to support the business.Additional objectives include validations/certification of the system and inventory, identifying and implementing changes to the system, catching picking errors, assisting with training, and performing operation activity to help the team when necessary. The Control Room Operator must maintain compliance to all applicable GMP, safety, and quality guidelines. The control room operator will serve as the liaison between Division and all other plant areas to coordinate systems project upkeep and trouble shooting.

  • Create very accurate & legible documentation, performs data entry accurately, maintains all applicable systems with needed information, and safely and efficiently process pallets through the EMS system, including ensuring inventory is accurate when receiving product in to the WMS system (i.e. verifies the SKU, quantity, and lot number at each touch point)

  • Responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system. Certain errors could shut down the shipping function of the Distribution Center or in shipment of unreleased product. Keeping inventory valued at over $50MM accurate and ready for audit.

  • Coordinate on time shipping of orders for approximately 55 truckloads per day at approximately $150,000 of value per load to assure that customer orders are met on time

  • Act as the plant liaison for all communications on the Material Control systems. Retrieve and disseminate information as requested by the plant and division.Assist with completion of rework activity and pulling sample requests.

  • Investigate and assist with the fix for computer system and radio frequency problems with the bar code readers

  • Verify information between EMS and WMS match and where necessary troubleshoots and correct inventory discrepancies

  • Assist with validation/VCR (Validation Change Request) details to assure computer system is properly validated and remains validated with any changes made

  • The Control Room Operator is responsible for operational support during down time including loading, unloading, picking, and creating bills of lading (BOL's)

  • Some examples of the equipment and systems include but are not limited to the following:Operation of Power Industrial Equipment such as forklifts, Cranes, AGV's, barcode scanners to manage inventory in the WMS (Cambar), BlueJay TMS (Transportation Management System), SAP, Security gates, cameras, ticket applicators, pallet invertors, and any other systems or equipment needed to meet the demands of the business

  • Contact is made with Division Logistics, Division Customer Services, Division and Plant MIS, Inventory Accounting, Plant Logistics, Cambar (the software supplier) and other areas as needed to administer system upkeep

  • Accountable for personal safety and adhering to all applicable safety guidelines. Must communicate safety and GMP concerns to Columbus Distribution Center leadership & follow up to assure the concerns are addressed.

  • Accountable for performing tasks that need completed in a timely manner or need expedited. Must check e-mail at the start of each shift when possible to assure all directives are addressed. Must communicate to all shifts as to status of the business.

  • Make decisions based on awareness of the area operations is necessary

  • Accountable for complying with all applicable FDA (GMP), USDA, OSHA and Abbott Nutritional Supply Chain regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines

  • Travel as required, approximately 3%, including supplier visits

PAY & SHIFT:

  • This is a full-time hourly position with access to our company bene

  • This is a 2nd Shift position. The schedule for this role is Mondays - Fridays from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM EST

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or GED

  • Prior job experience within warehousing operations

  • Work sequence priorities may change with little notice, must be able to be flexible

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Must be able to lift and maneuver objects of considerable weight (50 lbs.)

  • Ability to travel approximately 3%, including supplier visits

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate Degree in business/technical field or equivalent education and experience

  • 6 months or more of job experience within warehousing operations

  • In-depth knowledge of all receiving/warehouse operations, procedures, and requirements which usually are obtained through on-the-job training

  • Self-motivated and possess the ability to perform with minimum supervision

  • 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). This position requires excellent written/verbal communication skills, very good interpersonal skills, analytical troubleshooting skills, ability to multitask, and being a very good team player.

  • Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and requirements for infant formula and nutritionals.

  • Knowledge of finished goods inventory transactions and the WMS (Warehouse Management System). Must also have knowledge of material moves, adjustments, and how it affects inventory accuracy.

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

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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 Employer, committed to employee diversity and a Military/Veteran Friendly employer.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

$19.05 - $38.15/hour

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:Supply ChainDIVISION:ANSC Nutrition Supply ChainLOCATION:United States > Columbus : High Rise WarehouseADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:Shift Premium (United States Of America)TRAVEL:NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf

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