Distribution Specialist

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life‑changing technologies spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Distribution Specialist for Abbott Vascular at our Westford, MA site. This is an onsite role. Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost‑effective products for the treatment of vascular disease.

Responsibilities

• Receive materials to be accurately stored in the warehouse.
• Accurately prepare orders for shipping to customer sites according to process.
• Label and meter packages with various freight systems.
• Package orders to include pick list from the box, fill open spaces, and pack materials according to specifications or shipping practices to prepare the package for labeling and distribution to the customer.
• Process orders using the SAP system.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment within the warehouse.
• Daily preparations for the following day’s distribution activities.
• Support all divisional initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Health Systems (EHS), and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform the job in a quality‑system environment, complying with FDA regulations, company policies, operating procedures, and task assignments.
• Solve problems of limited scope and complexity with direction from lead or co‑workers.
• Maintain a neat and safe work environment.
• Handle chemicals with proper training and personal protective equipment where required.
• Support initiatives related to QMS, Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of related work experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast‑paced, changing environment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to perform tasks in a quality‑system environment.
• Familiarity with basics of Good Manufacturing/Documentation Practices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb on a regular basis.
• Ability to push/pull up to 250 lb using manual and/or powered pallet‑handling equipment.
• Attention to detail with regard to part/batch numbers, documentation, and timely transactions.

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with ERP/WMS systems, preferably SAP.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company.
• Free medical coverage in the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• Excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, Freedom 2 Save student‑debt program, and FreeU education benefit.
• Recognition as a great place to work in dozens of countries and named one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
• Recognition as a top company for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

Pay

The base pay for this position is $17.25 – $34.45 per hour. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.