Materials Manager & SME — Pharma Operations

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL is seeking a Material Manager to oversee day-to-day materials operations, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the site.

The role requires hands-on operations experience, strong analytical and leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate logistics, inventory, and equipment maintenance while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Experience in external audits is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift and portable hand truck certification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• EPA/RCRA, and DOT 49 CFR certifications (including ability to sign compliance documents), and respirator certification.
• Ability to obtain certification to drive trucks up to 10,000 pounds and vans on public roads.
• Knowledgeable in handling, storage, and compliance for hazardous, chemical, and biologic materials.
• Strong analytical training, problem-solving, teamwork, organizational, and customer service skills, including manual material handling.
• Previous experience in industrial, military, pharma, chemical or utility plant operations
• Demonstrates broad technical knowledge of processes, equipment and site-specific systems, maintains maturity in responding effectively to emergencies or unplanned situations.
• Proficiency in computerized systems; ability to read, write, interpret, and communicate effectively
• Strong mathematical/mechanical aptitude, understanding of lean tools, and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision, strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates key process equipment and instruments according to procedures across outdoor conditions.
• Back-up coordinator or supports the designated coordinator by monitoring project changes and workflows.
• Monitors critical parameters and coordinates removal, cleaning, and testing operations.
• Submits work orders for equipment repair and keeps logs.
• Ensures compliance with AbbVie policies and training as SME.
• Documents events and escalates issues to supervision.
• Coordinates logistics requests and tracks inventory transactions.
• Supports EHS programs and continuous improvement in safety and waste management.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Customer service

Manual material handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL is seeking a Material Manager to oversee day-to-day materials operations, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the site.

The role requires hands-on operations experience, strong analytical and leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate logistics, inventory, and equipment maintenance while driving continuous improvement initiatives. Experience in external audits is a plus.