Pharma Packaging Lead Technician (Night Shift)

Allergan; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Short-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie in Tempe, AZ seeks a Production Technician Lead I to support a fast-paced pharmaceutical finishing operation. You will lead equipment setup and troubleshooting, mentor peers, and collaborate with maintenance to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

This hands-on role emphasizes 6S, OEE, and cross-functional teamwork. The position requires strong electromechanical skills, knowledge of pneumatics, HMI/vision systems, and proficiency with SAP/MAXIMO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certificate or associates preferred.
• Strong focus on quality and site policies; cGMP knowledge preferred.
• Ability to communicate issues to operations, engineering and mechanical teams.
• Advanced understanding of pneumatics, electronics, mechanical systems, motors, drives, sensors, and related controls.
• Experience with systems like POMs, SAP and MAXIMO is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety procedures and foster a proactive safety culture.
• Setup and troubleshoot automated packaging equipment across three value streams within standard changeover times.
• Monitor and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) across the floor.
• Provide high-level troubleshooting and repair of components (gears, belts, motors, sensors, valves).
• Identify root causes and communicate issues to cross-functional groups for sustained performance.
• Assist peers with troubleshooting and equipment setups.
• Support on-the-job training and share learning across the team.
• Coordinate with production scheduling to understand line priorities with limited supervision.
• Lead 6S improvements of parts and tooling on the floor.
• Process CMMS work orders for repairs and improvements; cover maintenance when needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Motors & drives

Vision systems

Serialization

HMI controls

Communication

Quality/compliance

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or technical cert

Tools

SAP

MAXIMO

POMs

CMMS

Job description

AbbVie in Tempe, AZ seeks a Production Technician Lead I to support a fast-paced pharmaceutical finishing operation. You will lead equipment setup and troubleshooting, mentor peers, and collaborate with maintenance to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.

This hands-on role emphasizes 6S, OEE, and cross-functional teamwork. The position requires strong electromechanical skills, knowledge of pneumatics, HMI/vision systems, and proficiency with SAP/MAXIMO.