Production Technician l
AbbVie
2 months ago
On-site
North Chicago, IL
Operations
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.
- Set up, run, blow, clean, and clear equipment according to the BOP/Master batch record.
- Minor troubleshooting on equipment and process related issues and performs repairs. Perform in-process quality checks accurately.
- Train 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 (e.g., food, chemical, petrochemical, consumer products).
- Strong technical aptitude; 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.
- Understanding of maintaining high quality and ensuring compliance to site 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 8–12 hours per day and lifting up to 25 pounds.
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.
- Set up, run, blow, clean, and clear equipment according to the BOP/Master batch record.
- Minor troubleshooting on equipment and process related issues and performs repairs. Perform in-process quality checks accurately.
- Train 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 (e.g., food, chemical, petrochemical, consumer products).
- Strong technical aptitude; 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.
- Understanding of maintaining high quality and ensuring compliance to site 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 8–12 hours per day and lifting up to 25 pounds.