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Materials Management Associate I
Abbott Laboratories · 🇺🇸 United States > Phoenix : 445 North 5th St
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 73 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 28 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Abbott Laboratories paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Project Manager - Master Data” (Project Management Specialists) in IL: $135k–$135k, median $135k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($14.85 – $29.65/hour) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 73 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 28 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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 122,000 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. Shift: Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM Location: Onsite in Phoenix, AZ 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. 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 > Phoenix : 445 North 5th St ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Awkward/forceful/repetitive (arms above shoulder, bent wrists), 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) 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