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AbbVie

Global biopharmaceutical company developing medicines

Associate Shift Technical Engineer

Bioprocess & BiomanufacturingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNorth Chicago, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, is desired; equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence is also accepted.
  • Less than two years of experience is typical for this entry-level position.
  • Ability to quickly gain knowledge and understanding of the employer's processes, policies, and methods, and to absorb and comprehend them.
  • Ability to maintain working relationships and coordinate efforts across several disciplines.
  • Ability to interact with diverse groups within engineering and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external collaborators.
  • Ability to listen to and understand others' perspectives and communicate one's own perspective tactfully and respectfully in conversation, writing, and presentations.
  • Ability to collaborate with other engineers in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
  • Interpersonal skills to negotiate and reconcile differences.
  • Ability to recognize risks relative to potential gains.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards for Quality, Environment, Health, and Safety Global Policies, Engineering Standards, and other applicable governance areas; identify compliance risks and assist with developing and revising procedures and manufacturing directions.
  • Assist with manufacturing-process projects to improve yield, quality, cycle time, throughput, and cost; plan and manage multiple concurrent tasks to meet expectations.
  • Plan and conduct small assigned projects, including continuous improvement, cost reduction, and capacity increases, to remediate or improve processes; implement plans, initiate and monitor work, document status, and report progress to management; coordinate prototype or experimental product and process runs with technical support personnel.
  • Provide technical support to resolve technical and automation issues and execute tasks for the operational area; assist in training personnel to operate facilities, processes, and equipment; establish contacts with supervisors, project leaders, and other professionals in the group.
  • Investigate process issues, gather data, perform preliminary analysis, report findings, and prepare and communicate recommendations and action plans.
  • Gather and analyze process data using statistical process control; support action plans to increase process robustness, prevent product loss, and control quality impacts; apply engineering principles to evaluate problems and recommend solutions; improve methods, designs, and processes; implement innovations and cost reductions.
  • Build relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, and vendors by developing rapport, understanding needs, promoting common goals, and following through on commitments.
  • Communicate information verbally, in writing, and in presentations to internal and external stakeholders and team members; identify ways to increase operator satisfaction; document agreements and commitments and keep direct customers informed throughout projects or initiatives.

About the Company

AbbVie

Global biopharmaceutical company developing medicines

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company that develops and sells medicines to treat serious health conditions. Its portfolio spans immunology, oncology, virology, neuroscience, and aesthetics, with products designed to modulate the immune system, target disease pathways, or support medical aesthetics. AbbVie compounds its products through a heavy emphasis on research and development, investing billions to build a steady pipeline of new therapies. Its medicines are brought to market by selling to healthcare providers, hospitals, and clinics, and in some cases directly to patients via prescriptions. The company differentiates itself through a wide, globally distributed product line, substantial R&D investment, and a commitment to sustainability and patient care, including science-based targets. AbbVie’s goal is to improve patient outcomes by delivering effective treatments for unmet medical needs while pursuing long-term, responsible growth across healthcare markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
North Chicago, IL
Founded
1888

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