Materials Management

AbbVie•North Chicago, IL

16h

About The Position

The Material Manager position is an advancement from Operator and requires completion of all core tasks from previous levels. This highly experienced operator is recognized for proficiency across multiple operational areas within the facility and independently executes, coordinates, and delegates daily tasks while maintaining efficient workflows and compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position serves as a subject matter expert (SME), supporting training, certification, documentation, and audits to uphold process integrity and regulatory requirements. The role is responsible for system setup, advanced troubleshooting, minor maintenance, and support for projects and equipment reliability initiatives. It identifies opportunities for improvement, contributes to operational excellence, and can perform Operations Coordinator duties when needed. The position operates key process equipment in varied outdoor conditions, monitors process parameters and material handling, coordinates logistics and inventory transactions, and supports environmental stewardship and occupational health and safety programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Forklift and portable hand truck certification.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
EPA/RCRA and DOT 49 CFR certifications, including the ability to sign compliance documents.
Respirator certification.
Ability to obtain certification to drive trucks up to 10,000 pounds and vans on public roads.
Knowledge of handling, storage, and compliance requirements for hazardous, chemical, and biologic materials.
Strong analytical training, problem-solving, teamwork, organizational, and customer service skills, including manual material handling.
Previous experience in industrial, military, pharmaceutical, chemical, or utility plant operations.
Broad technical knowledge of processes, equipment, and site-specific systems, and maturity in responding effectively to emergencies or unplanned situations.
Proficiency with computerized systems and the ability to read, write, interpret, and communicate effectively.
Strong mathematical and mechanical aptitude; understanding of lean tools and regulatory compliance.
Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision, with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Perform all Operator core tasks, as well as the additional responsibilities of the Material Manager.
Operate key process equipment and instruments, including tanker trucks, pumps, and machines, in accordance with applicable procedures and across a wide range of outdoor operating conditions.
Serve as backup coordinator or support the designated coordinator by monitoring project changes and operational workflows to maintain process compliance and scheduled output.
Monitor critical parameters, anticipate and address deviations to mitigate material-loss risks, and coordinate or perform removal, cleaning, and testing operations.
Submit equipment repair and maintenance work orders; document production and equipment status; and maintain logs.
Ensure compliance with AbbVie policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Serve as a subject matter expert during training, including supporting proper PPE use and knowledge of operational procedures and project or process requirements.
Document events and observations from system checks and escalate unresolved issues to supervision.
Coordinate logistics requests, track inventory transactions, and ensure resources are available to meet project and process objectives.
Support EHS programs, including incident reporting, waste management and disposal, and PPE use, and drive continuous improvement in environmental stewardship and occupational health and safety.
Fill in for and perform Operations Coordinator duties as necessary.