Manufacturing Technician I, MD Fill, 1st Shift (M-F 6am-2:30pm)

AbbVie • Waco, TX

411d • $35,984 - $62,400

About The Position

The Manufacturing Technician I position at AbbVie involves performing production line duties to meet production goals while adhering to quality standards and safety requirements. The role includes operating production equipment, maintaining documentation in compliance with cGMPs and departmental SOPs, and ensuring product quality throughout the production process.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Excellent math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to read, comprehend, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work and communicate with others in a professional and effective manner, within a team-oriented environment.
• Basic user knowledge and understanding of Windows based computer systems such as Microsoft Office, with an ability to learn other computer-based systems.
• Ability to work any shift (up to 12-hours) as required dependent on business needs.
• Physically able to continuously stand and walk.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Physically able to bend, climb, lift, squat, stoop, and stretch to reach frequently.
• Effective and efficient operation of manual and automated production equipment.
• Provide guidance and training as required.
• Ability to use, clean, and store tools and other devices required for the performance of the job in a manner which prevents damage to the tools and/or equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform production line duties to meet production goals while complying with quality standards and safety requirements.
• Operate production equipment and complete documentation in accordance with cGMP's and department SOP's.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area during and at the end of each shift.
• Assist in achieving environmental, health, and safety goals by working safely and observing all general plant and department safety policies.
• Perform all assigned duties according to departmental SOP's and cGMP's.
• Remain current on proper procedures by reviewing current, revised, and new SOP's relating to the job and to the department.
• Complete and remain current with all required cGMP and safety training.
• Perform tasks in the production/packaging of product to provide on-time delivery to customers.
• Assist Maintenance Technicians with basic mechanical adjustments as needed.
• Perform set-up and changeovers on production/packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate corrective actions to reduce or eliminate defects, rejects, or equipment downtime.
• Complete all required documentation associated with the production and/or packaging of product.
• Assist daily production in operating and monitoring technical computerized production machinery ensuring quality standards are maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term incentive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED