Distribution Specialist Lead

Abbott Laboratories hiring for Distribution Specialist Lead jobs in Temecula, CA, US

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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• 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 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

Our location in Temecula, CA, currently has an opportunity for a Distribution Specialist Lead. In this role you will perform manual and clerical duties, which may utilize computers in the preparation of materials, supplies, and equipment for shipment. Typically involves distribution of finished goods to be packaged and sent to recipients.

What You’ll Work On

• Pulls finished goods parts from bins using a pick list and possibly radio-frequency device (e.g., identifying the specific part number, lot number, quantity and location of all items on an order) to fill the customer orders.

• Enters orders into computer database using a bar code scanner to scan the order number on the pick sheet.

• Packages orders to include pick list from the box, and filling in open spaces and packs materials according to specifications or knowledge of shipping practices to prepare the package for labeling and distribution to the customer.

• Types pertinent information into Fed Ex computer or equivalent (e.g., customer number, method of shipment) to generate a printed label to be used for product shipment.

• Examines shipment containers at the time of delivery for any damage, and verifies the accuracy of information listed on the packing slips, invoices, and freight bills by opening the packages and visually inspecting the contents in order to ensure accurate deliveries.

• Enters material information (e.g., P.O. number) into the business computer system and generate receipt travelers to provide material traceability.

• Transports material (e.g., production and non-production materials) upon request, using a fork-lift, pallet jack, or truck to the designated location.

• Receives out-going shipments from internal customers and packages items using the appropriate materials (e.g., cardboard boxes and packaging tape) to properly prepare items for shipment.

• Records shipment information using the carrier service's systems and methods (e.g., Federal Express, UPS) for shipping traceability.

• Builds pallet configurations according to appropriate documentation for sterilization processes.

• Schedules sterilization loads for internal sterilization and external contract sterilizers.

• Publishes sterilization schedules for Production, Engineering and Marketing.

• Supports sterilization validation activities.

• Records appropriate sterilization information on LHRs and Sterilization Load Documents to provide traceability.

• Performs SAP transactions to clearly identify status of product.

Required Qualifications

• H.S. diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two-year degree or some college credits preferred.  
• Ability to work with close supervision when in training and then with moderate supervision once competent.
• Basic computer skill knowledge
• Working knowledge of GMP and ISO Standards preferred

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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 Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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The base pay for this position is $17.05 – $34.15 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.