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:

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.

• 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 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

This position works out of our Waukegan, IL location in the GES, Global Engineering Services division. M-F, 5:45 am – 2:15 pm.

This position is primarily responsible for the day-to-day operation and organization of the Tool Crib (approximately 70% of the role), ensuring tools, equipment, and consumables are properly issued, tracked, maintained, and available to support warehouse and maintenance operations. Secondarily (approximately 30% of the role), this position supports the delivery driver team by completing scheduled and as-needed deliveries.

What You’ll Work On

Primary Responsibilities – Tool Crib (40%)

• Manage the daily operation of the Tool Crib, including issuing, receiving, tracking, and returning tools and equipment
• Maintain accurate inventory records of tools, equipment, and consumables
• Inspect tools and equipment for damage, wear, or safety concerns and remove unsafe tools from service
• Coordinate repair, calibration, or replacement of tools as required
• Ensure proper cleaning, organization, and storage of tools and equipment
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to leadership
• Enforce tool control procedures and accountability standards
• Support maintenance and operations teams with timely access to required tools
• Maintain Tool Crib housekeeping and safety standards

Secondary Responsibilities – Delivery Driver (60%)

• Perform local deliveries and pickups as assigned
• Load, secure, and transport packages, materials, or equipment safely
• Operate company vehicles in accordance with company policies and traffic laws
• Complete all required delivery documentation accurately and on time
• Communicate delivery status, delays, or issues to supervision
• Assist with warehouse and operational tasks when not performing deliveries

Required Qualifications

• Valid Class C Driver’s License issued by the State of Illinois.
• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous experience in a tool crib, warehouse, maintenance, or inventory role preferred
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Basic computer skills; experience with inventory systems or CMMS preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday
• Ability to work in warehouse, shop, and outdoor environments

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

$20.35 – $40.65/hour

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

JOB FAMILY:

Administrative Support

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 sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), 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), Driving a personal auto or company car or truck, or a powered piece of material handling equipment, Lift, carry, push or pull weights of more than 20 pounds/9 kilos on a regular/daily basis, Work in confined spaces, 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: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

• EEO is the Law link

• Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf