Group Lead II, Warehouse (M-F 11am-7:30pm)

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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience—and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

About the role

Strong operating knowledge of complex equipment and monitors manufacturing process. Can direct a shift of operators in the overall functionality of departmental processes. Sets the example and holds operators to follow all safety, quality, environmental, operational and personnel expectations. Can train less experienced operators in the place of a certified/qualified trainer. Identifies opportunities for improvements throughout the operations and leads the implementation of changes both in physical operations and written documents. Operates all jobs and maintains operating conditions within the desired range. Strong knowledge of basic computer programs and manufacturing monitoring systems, and can train less experienced operators to learn them.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for up to 13 Warehouse Associates. Exercises job knowledge to independently perform job responsibilities and provides on-the-job training where necessary.
• Directs operational activities and manpower schedules.
• Analyzes equipment performance for potential maintenance issues. Anticipates issues with manufacturing productivity and works to resolve alarm issues and equipment failures.
• Sets example and enforces all safety, quality, environmental, operational and personnel policies.
• Communicates all operational events and issues with appropriate individuals. Responsible for the productivity of group/shift. Supervises direct labor and non-direct labor where applicable.
• Knowledgeable of all jobs in assigned area of responsibility and Good Manufacturing Practices policies. Demonstrates compliance to local and industry quality and safety standards.
• Leads and organizes operators in solving problem situations. Recommends and leads improvements on manufacturing and departmental processes and procedures.
• Conducts all business in a professional manner. Confronts issues in a constructive manner at an appropriate organizational level, and takes ownership of tasks.
• Provides verbal input to supervisors for written employee evaluations and performance reviews once a year.
• Participates in the sharing of information to promote overall efficiency of production. Attends and actively participates in meetings.
• Articulates problems and provides a positive media for group communication.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical operations setting or similar environment, with 2+ years as a Warehouse Lead.
• Very strong working knowledge applying DEA, TSA, FAA, IATA, DOT, IMDG, and/or FTZ compliance regulations for the receiving and shipping of materials preferred.
• Proficient use of warehouse management systems to track and trend data critical to processes (i.e., PI, SAP, etc.).
• Forklift experience required. Certification preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of plant economics to make decisions aimed at efficiency and reliability.
• General computer knowledge (i.e., Microsoft Office, Excel, Email, etc.).
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more with assistance.
• Able to bend, reach, squat, climb, stand, and walk for an entire shift of 8 hours or more.
• Pass medical screening and/or background checks conducted by local, state, and federal authorities.

Pay

The compensation range described is the range of possible base pay that AbbVie believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of posting, based on the job grade. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Eligible to participate in short-term incentive programs.