Cleaning Specialist Monday- Friday 6:30AM-3:00PM
Company
AbbVie
Location
North Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
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Job Description
Company Description
About AbbVie
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. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Performs all responsibilities outlined in the Cleaning Specialist Grade 2 Job Description P239H. Specializes in working in facilities that manufacture a finished product for sale, or sale to another organization for use in an end product. Performs microbial control cleaning procedures that must comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory guidelines which include documentation of work procedures frequently audited by the FDA and other regulatory agencies. The work will be accomplished under the general supervision of Lead Personnel and an area Supervisor.
Responsibilities
• Performs cross contamination cleaning methods in areas that require microbial control.
• Completes cGMP documentation of training or cleaning performed on paper and electronic devices.
• Prepares cleaning solutions based on cGMP regulated mixing instructions.
• Performs microbial control cleaning techniques on walls, ceiling and floors based on cGMP regulated cleaning frequencies.
• Completes preventive maintenance work orders to meet cGMP cleaning requirements.
• Follows specific gowning procedures and performs cGMP entrance and exit procedures for controlled environments.
• Operates bailing and compacting equipment.
• Operates various types of hand held battery and electric cleaning equipment.
• Operates various types of battery and electric walk behind or ride-on floor cleaning equipment.
• Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections on housekeeping power equipment and small tools and wears approved PPE.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written information to include Corporate Quality Documents, Divisional Operating Procedures, Departmental Operating Procedures and Safety Guidelines.
• Must be able to comply with cGMP, regulatory guidelines and able to write legibility in English and complete accurate and legible written records in compliance with cGMP when documenting work performed, on paper documents and electronic devices auditable by regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to operate a computer to complete required compliance & technical training.
• Must have the ability to learn and perform cleaning techniques to meet regulatory requirements.
• Must have the ability to work alone or as a team member sharing responsibility and work tasks.
• Must be able to perform all cleaning specialist job functions.
• Basic physical requirements are but are not limited to: stand for 7 hours per shift, regularly lift 35 pounds 50 times per shift, occasionally lift 50 pounds 6 times per shift, walk approximately 2000 feet per hour, climb 6 flights of stairs per shift, work on knees 30 minutes per shift, bend / Squat 200 times per shift, rotate left / right 200 times per shift.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
About AbbVie
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. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Performs all responsibilities outlined in the Cleaning Specialist Grade 2 Job Description P239H. Specializes in working in facilities that manufacture a finished product for sale, or sale to another organization for use in an end product. Performs microbial control cleaning procedures that must comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory guidelines which include documentation of work procedures frequently audited by the FDA and other regulatory agencies. The work will be accomplished under the general supervision of Lead Personnel and an area Supervisor.
Responsibilities
• Performs cross contamination cleaning methods in areas that require microbial control.
• Completes cGMP documentation of training or cleaning performed on paper and electronic devices.
• Prepares cleaning solutions based on cGMP regulated mixing instructions.
• Performs microbial control cleaning techniques on walls, ceiling and floors based on cGMP regulated cleaning frequencies.
• Completes preventive maintenance work orders to meet cGMP cleaning requirements.
• Follows specific gowning procedures and performs cGMP entrance and exit procedures for controlled environments.
• Operates bailing and compacting equipment.
• Operates various types of hand held battery and electric cleaning equipment.
• Operates various types of battery and electric walk behind or ride-on floor cleaning equipment.
• Performs safety and preventive maintenance inspections on housekeeping power equipment and small tools and wears approved PPE.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written information to include Corporate Quality Documents, Divisional Operating Procedures, Departmental Operating Procedures and Safety Guidelines.
• Must be able to comply with cGMP, regulatory guidelines and able to write legibility in English and complete accurate and legible written records in compliance with cGMP when documenting work performed, on paper documents and electronic devices auditable by regulatory agencies.
• Must be able to operate a computer to complete required compliance & technical training.
• Must have the ability to learn and perform cleaning techniques to meet regulatory requirements.
• Must have the ability to work alone or as a team member sharing responsibility and work tasks.
• Must be able to perform all cleaning specialist job functions.
• Basic physical requirements are but are not limited to: stand for 7 hours per shift, regularly lift 35 pounds 50 times per shift, occasionally lift 50 pounds 6 times per shift, walk approximately 2000 feet per hour, climb 6 flights of stairs per shift, work on knees 30 minutes per shift, bend / Squat 200 times per shift, rotate left / right 200 times per shift.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the United States Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for packing jobs is $7.25 per hour as of 2026, with overtime required at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek. Many warehouse packing positions in states like California pay at least $16.50 per hour under state laws effective January 1, 2026.
Which visa do international applicants need for packing jobs in the United States?
As per the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, temporary non-agricultural packing jobs require an H-2B visa with employer-filed petitions due by the 2026 cap deadlines of January 1 and July 1. Applicants must also hold valid work authorization and pass background checks before starting employment.
What education or prior experience is required for entry-level packing jobs?
As per the United States Department of Labor, packing jobs have no formal education requirement beyond a high school diploma or GED equivalent and provide on-the-job training with zero prior experience needed for most warehouse roles in 2026.
What documents must be submitted when applying for packing jobs?
As per the United States Department of Labor, applicants need a valid photo ID, Social Security card or ITIN, and Form I-9 employment eligibility documents submitted directly to the employer by the 2026 start date. Background checks and drug screenings are completed before the first shift.
