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Production Technician l (Multiple Shifts)

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Full time · Manufacturing

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you found a problem with equipment that nobody else had noticed yet.

What they are checking: Whether they watch the process or just watch the clock.

This role covers three shifts including overnights. Which have you worked, and what is different about running a line at 3am?

What they are checking: Realistic expectations about shift work, and whether they know overnight has fewer people to ask for help.

Tell me about a change you suggested to a process or a written procedure. What happened to it?

What they are checking: The posting asks for people who identify improvements. This checks whether they have ever actually done it.

Tell me about a time you had to tell a supervisor something they did not want to hear about a run.

What they are checking: Whether bad news travels up quickly or gets sat on until it is worse.

What would make you leave a job like this after six months?

What they are checking: Honest self-knowledge about fit, and an early read on whether the shift or the pace will be the problem.

What would you do

A machine is running but the output is drifting out of spec. What do you do, and in what order?

What they are checking: Whether they stop the line or keep going while they investigate, which is the whole judgment call in this job.

You are asked to sign off on a batch record and you are not certain one entry is right. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether documentation integrity is a real line for them or a paperwork formality.

About the work

Tell me what GMP means in practice on a shift you have worked, not what the letters stand for.

What they are checking: Whether they have worked in a regulated plant or have only read about one.

Walk me through how you set up a piece of equipment for a routine run. What do you check before you start?

What they are checking: Whether they have a real setup routine or work from memory and luck.

What does OEE measure, and tell me about a time you helped move it.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the number the plant is run on, or just heard it in a meeting.

How do you hand off to the next shift so nothing gets lost?

What they are checking: Whether they think about the shift after theirs, which is where most plant problems are created.

Which of formulation, encapsulation, or packaging have you worked in, and what surprised you about it?

What they are checking: Where their real experience sits, and whether they can talk about it specifically.

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The full job description

As published by AbbVie.

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. Available Shifts: 1st Shift: 6:30am-3pm 2nd Shift: 2:30pm-11:00pm 3rd Shift: 10:30pm-7:00am 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. • 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. 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. 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

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