Warehouse Associate II M-F (11am-7:30pm)

AbbVie Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. in North Chicago, IL is seeking a Warehouse Associate to perform receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping and inventory transactions while applying ERP knowledge, safety expectations and quality/compliance requirements to support reliable operations.

The role regularly operates a powered industrial truck (PIT), cross-trains across multiple areas, and focuses on accurate paperwork, problem solving, and maintaining high productivity and low error rates in a fast-changing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with minimum 3 years of related experience in pharmaceutical operations.
• Able to perform basic math and read training documents in English.
• Capable of operating PIT/forklift and other warehouse tools safely.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and work in -20°C to 30°C environments.
• Experience with SAP, RF scanners and MS Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, pick, pack, ship and track inventory transactions.
• Transfer/locate material to storage or shipping locations; operate PIT as needed.
• Follow safety, quality, and GxP policies; ensure accurate paperwork.
• Cross-train in multiple areas and maintain low error rates.
• Address issues with paperwork and coordinate solutions with teams.

Skills

Math & reading

English literacy

Decision making

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PIT Forklift operation

SAP ERP

RF scanners

Microsoft Office

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

Performs a broad range of warehouse activities, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, shipping, inventory transactions, and material handling, while applying established procedures, ERP/system knowledge, safety expectations, and quality/compliance requirements to support reliable warehouse operations. This role also has increased responsibility for operating powered industrial trucks (PIT) to support warehouse activities.

Comply with all relevant policies/procedures (training, safety, GxP, government, audit readiness).

Reviews, troubleshoots, and processes incoming paperwork, as well as addresses, escalates and coordinates solutions for any issues with paperwork.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to fast-changing work demands.

Responsible for cross-training in multiple areas with low error rates. May serve as an on-the-job (OJT) on specific work areas or tasks as needed.

Accurately receive/inspect inbound product for OS&D and troubleshoot any issues.

Efficiently/correctly pick customer orders for shipment.

Transfer/locate material/product to storage or shipping locations. Regularly operate a powered industrial truck (PIT) to safely transport products and materials throughout the warehouse, often including large quantities of high-value inventory. May occasionally operate complex or specialty PIT equipment.

Adhere to safety and compliance standards, including but not limited to the adoption of new and ongoing safety initiatives. Proactively recognize and address immediate or potential safety concerns. Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to complete assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with minimum 3 years of related experience preferably within a pharmaceutical operations setting.
• Accurately complete basic math calculations. Ability to read and understand training documents, product labeling and warehouse signage written in English.
• Pass medical screening and background checks that may be conducted by local, state, and/or federal authorities.
• Ability to operate various types of material handling equipment, such as PIT/forklift, hand tools, and other warehouse devices, while maintaining the highest levels of productivity, safety, and accuracy.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs., and/or more with assistance. Able to bend, reach, stoop, climb, stand and walk for entire shift of 8 hours or more.
• Ability to work in an atmosphere range of -20°C to 30°C (-4°Fto 86°F).
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision making to adhere to safety and compliance standards within warehouse environment, including but not limited to operating material handling equipment, working near/around material handling equipment, and reporting safety incidents or other concerns.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to adapt to fast changing work demand and in a team-oriented work environment with moderate supervision and an emphasis on customer satisfaction
• Good understanding and operation of ERP systems, preferably SAP. Familiarity with Microsoft office products, general computer skills and RF scanners required.
• Ability to analyze problems, think critically, make sound decisions and develop effective solutions. Ability to follow established guidelines and procedures and seek guidance when needed.
• Capability of passing and sustaining one or more of the following: Controlled Drug Agent (CDA) certification and/or Transportation Security Administrations Screener and/or EHS Hazardous Material of Trade Shipping IATA/DOT and/or IMDG and/or FTZ trained.

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 Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographiclocation,andwemay ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may bemodified in thefuture.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.
• This job is eligible toparticipate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremains in the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable 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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