Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

Job Description

The Laboratory Technician I performs laboratory analytical tests on raw materials and finished products
following the established parameters (AbbVie policies, FDA, cGMP) and applicable regulations without
impact to the manufacturing cycle or the laboratory workflow. This position must comply with all security
guidelines, Environmental Health and Safety regulations and current Good Laboratory (cGLP) and Good
Manufacturing (cGMP) Practices required by the job functions.

Responsabilities

Responsible for performing laboratory analytical tests on the raw materials and finished products following the established parameters (AbbVie policies, FDA, cGMP) and applicable regulations without impact to the manufacturing cycle or the laboratory workflow.Ensure test and /or analysis are accurately and documented.Perform preventive maintenance to the laboratory equipments, as applicable.Prepare presentations, as required, for example Invalid Test Investigation.Assure that all samples are collected, tested, and authorized according to schedule and following applicable procedures.Resolve typical technical problems with minimum supervision.Complete training and certifications on time as established in the training curriculum.Actively participate in the training of new employees.Responsible for the coordination and distribution of tasks, when required.Provide assistance to operations in accordance with environmental management, occupational health and safety (EHS) systems and promote continuous improvement. Comply with all EHS procedures and policies including incident reporting, use of PPE, waste management and disposal, and any other program applicable according to the position duties.

Significant Work Activities

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Routine work with chemicals
Qualifications
Associate degree in Science required. Major in Chemistry is strongly preferred.No previous experience required. Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques preferred OR AbbVie's experience in analytical laboratory is strongly preferred.)Computer knowledge such as Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, etc.Must possess and demonstrate the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work under minimal supervision.Basic verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish.Knowledge and abilities in managing analytical instruments and techniques.Availability to work the Third shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays according to business needs.
Additional Information

AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion.  It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion.  It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.

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