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:
The Materials Management Associate I supports basic materials handling, inventory control, shipping/receiving and restocking activities. This entry-level role works under close supervision and follows clearly defined procedures to ensure timely and accurate material flow in support of laboratory, production, and operational needs.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am-3:30pm
Pay: $21/hr. - 29.65/hr.
Location: Onsite in Madison, WI
Essential Duties
Include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming materials in designated locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures.
- Operate equipment essential to job duties, including forklifts, electric jacks, cherry pickers, and other machinery specific to the site.
- Place goods in designated storage areas and restock lab supplies as needed.
- Fulfill internal material requests and deliver materials to appropriate locations.
- Support basic inventory transactions and data entry in SAP/EWM.
- Assist with packaging and preparing outbound shipments, including compliance with DOT and IATA hazardous materials regulations.
- Accurately document receipt, storage, and shipment records.
- Ensure adherence to GMP guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety requirements.
- Escalate inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, or other issues per escalation protocols.
- Engage in cross-training and continuous skill development.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED and 1+ years of relevant experience; or associate degree in logistics, business, or related field.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and accurate data entry skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet.
- Ability to obtain forklift certification.
- Drive company vehicles and comply with driving record monitoring requirements, where applicable
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in warehouse or material handling role.
- Exposure to SAP, EWM, or other ERP systems.
- Experience in GMP or biotech environment.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Applicable portions of the Company’s affirmative action program are available to any applicant or employee for inspection upon request.
The base pay for this position is
$14.85 – $29.65/hour
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:
Supply Chain
DIVISION:
ONCO Cancer Diagnostics
LOCATION:
United States > Madison : 650 Forward Dr
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
Standard
TRAVEL:
Not specified
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), 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
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.pdf
EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf
