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Associate Operator, Production API

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Full time · Manufacturing

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 28, 2026

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About your past

How do you learn a new piece of equipment?

What they are checking: The posting names learning with the help of a certified and qualified trainer.

This role is based in North Chicago. How does that fit your life?

What they are checking: The posting states the location.

What would you do

Something goes wrong mid-process. How do you decide whether to fix it or stop?

What they are checking: The posting names troubleshooting with occasional assistance and making timely decisions.

You notice a deviation from the procedure. What do you do?

What they are checking: A deviation quietly corrected is a compliance failure.

About the work

Tell me about your manufacturing experience.

What they are checking: The posting is an associate operator in active pharmaceutical ingredient production.

What does Good Manufacturing Practice mean in your daily work?

What they are checking: The posting names knowledge of GMP policies and demonstrated compliance.

Tell me about setting up equipment for a routine process.

What they are checking: The posting names setting up equipment for routine processes.

How do you monitor a process and know when something is drifting?

What they are checking: The posting names operating complex equipment and monitoring the manufacturing process.

How do you document what you did so the batch record stands up?

What they are checking: In GMP manufacturing the record is the product.

How do you stay safe working around chemical processes?

What they are checking: API production carries chemical and handling hazards.

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The full job description

As published by AbbVie.

Sets up equipment for routine processes. Under general supervision operates complex equipment and monitors manufacturing process. Becomes conversant with overall functionality of departmental processes. 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. Operates assigned jobs and maintains operating conditions within the desired range under supervision. May work with certified or qualified Trainer to learn equipment and manufacturing process, based on previous experience. Sets up equipment to accommodate minor processing changes. Becomes more knowledgeable on work processes to assist with identifying and implementing work improvements. Responsibilities • 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. • Proficient in either manual or controlled process equipment • Learns and expands knowledge with the help of the certified and qualified trainer. Comprehends and applies all required technical, regulatory, and safety training. • Ability to troubleshoot problem situations with occasional assistance. • Under occasional supervision makes timely decision to accomplish department goals. Recommends improved manufacturing and departmental processes, and takes some ownership of tasks. • Listens actively to acquire information and understand work procedures. Participates in the sharing of information to promote overall efficiency of production. Attends and actively participates in meetings. • Works to resolve conflict in professional and constructive manner with individuals inside and outside operating environment. • High School diploma required. • Must have basic technical knowledge with manufacturing experience in a chemical, biological, pharmaceutical, or similar environment. • Knowledge of department basic operating procedures and guidelines, compliance and safety rules and procedures relating to normal duties 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 role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors 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 is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable 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 absolute discretion, 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. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html