Production Technician l 3rd Shift 1030pm7am

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie in Illinois seeks a Production Technician I to execute formulation, encapsulation, and packaging processes with GMP oversight. You will set up equipment for routine operations, identify and resolve issues, and maintain clean, compliant production areas.

The role requires tolerance for long shifts, ability to train others, and adherence to safety and quality policies. AbbVie emphasizes teamwork and continuous improvement on the line.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of prior cGMP manufacturing experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot and communicate issues to operations teams.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new programs.
• Understanding the importance of quality and safety standards.
• Experience with HMI controls, vision inspection systems, and product serialization.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, blow, clean, and clear equipment per batch records.
• Monitor manufacturing process and report issues to appropriate resources.
• Train colleagues on equipment and processes.
• Maintain audit-ready production area and follow ALCOA and GMP guidelines.
• Follow Environmental Health and Safety procedures and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical aptitude

Communication

Basic computer skills

HMI controls

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical certificate or degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MAXIMO

POMs

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Production Technician I executes manufacturing processes in formulation, encapsulation, primary and secondary packaging with oversight by Supervision. Sets up equipment for routine processes. Identify and resolve performance related equipment issues in a timely and efficient manner while adhering to GMP guidelines and procedures to meet or exceed target OEE. Execute assigned jobs and maintains operating conditions within the desired range. Communicates all operational events and issues with appropriate individuals. Identifies opportunities for improvement throughout the operations and assists in the implementation of changes both in physical operations and written documents. Displays AbbVie behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in Team Member responsibilities or equivalent. Knowledgeable of basic jobs in assigned area of responsibility and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) policies. Demonstrates compliance to local and industry quality and safety standards.
• Work directly on the line while executing scheduling priorities, daily assignment, and production expectations for the day. Ability to proficiently operate multiple unit operations across the business. Monitor manufacturing process and communicate any issues that arise with appropriate resources.
• Directly responsible for setting up, running, blowing, cleaning, and clearing equipment according to the BOP/Master batch record.
• Minor troubleshooting on equipment and process related issues and performs repairs. Perform all in process quality checks accurately.
• Trains colleagues on equipment and process for which they are a qualified trainer.
• Demonstrates AbbVie behaviors – good attendance, teamwork, respectful communications, positive attitude.
• Follow all Environmental Health and Safety procedures and guideline policies and participate in safety initiatives.
• Complete batch record steps following ALCOA and GMP processes as needed. Maintain audit ready production area and adhere to all regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, technical certificate or degree preferred. Previous general manufacturing experience required, preferably 2-3 years cGMP manufacturing (i.e. food, chemical, petrochemical, consumer products)
• Strong technical aptitude. The ability to troubleshoot and communicate issues to the appropriate operations engineer and mechanical teams.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new programs and applications required.
• A demonstrated understanding of the importance of maintaining the highest level of quality and ensuring compliance to site level policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated understanding of HMI controls, vision inspection systems, and product serialization systems.
• Ability to train fellow technicians preferred.
• Understanding and experience with systems such as POMs, SAP, and MAXIMO.
• Requires standing up to 8-12hs per day and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this roleat the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount isearned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that areallocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolutediscretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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