cGMP Cleaning Technician – Pharmaceutical Facility

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Cleaning Specialist to support microbial control cleaning activities at our North Chicago facility, performing cGMP-compliant documentation and following strict procedures. The role involves cleaning in controlled environments under supervision and requires physical stamina and safety awareness.

You will operate cleaning equipment, prepare solutions, document work accurately, and participate in preventive maintenance while adhering to cGMP and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written information to include Corporate Quality Documents, Divisional Operating Procedures, Departmental Operating Procedures and Safety Guidelines.
• Must be able to comply with cGMP, regulatory guidelines and able to write legibly in English and complete accurate and legible written records in compliance with cGMP when documenting work performed, on paper documents and electronic devices auditable by regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to operate a computer to complete required compliance & technical training.
• Must have the ability to learn and perform cleaning techniques to meet regulatory requirements.
• Must have the ability to work alone or as a team member sharing responsibility and work tasks.
• Must be able to perform all cleaning specialist job functions.
• Basic physical requirements are but are not limited to: stand for 7 hours per shift, regularly lift 35 pounds 50 times per shift, occasionally lift 50 pounds 6 times per shift, walk approximately 2000 feet per hour, climb 6 flights of stairs per shift, work on knees 30 minutes per shift, bend / Squat 200 times per shift, rotate left / right 200 times per shift.

Responsibilities

• Performs cross contamination cleaning methods in areas that require microbial control.
• Completes cGMP documentation of training or cleaning performed on paper and electronic devices.
• Prepares cleaning solutions based on cGMP regulated mixing instructions.
• Performs microbial control cleaning techniques on walls, ceiling and floors based on cGMP regulated cleaning frequencies.
• Completes preventive maintenance work orders to meet cGMP cleaning requirements.
• Follows gowning procedures and cGMP entrance/exit procedures for controlled environments.
• Operates baling and compacting equipment.
• Operates various types of handheld battery and electric cleaning equipment.
• Operates walk-behind or ride-on floor cleaning equipment.
• Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections on housekeeping power equipment and small tools and wears PPE.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English writing

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Cleaning Specialist to support microbial control cleaning activities at our North Chicago facility, performing cGMP-compliant documentation and following strict procedures. The role involves cleaning in controlled environments under supervision and requires physical stamina and safety awareness.

You will operate cleaning equipment, prepare solutions, document work accurately, and participate in preventive maintenance while adhering to cGMP and regulatory guidelines.