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Abbvie INC

Warehouse and Chemical Process Operator

North Chicago, IL, US Posted today

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Skills this job asks for

Warehouse operationsComplianceForklift

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Sponsorship verdict

Sponsorship possible

One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Abbvie INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles3 certified filings for “Senior Scientist II Formulation Sciences” (Chemical Engineers) in IL: $134k–$160k, median $139k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
Details and sources
Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 177 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Abbvie INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles
3 certified filings for “Senior Scientist II Formulation Sciences” (Chemical Engineers) in IL: $134k–$160k, median $139k. Most were filed at wage level III (67%) — 3 lottery entries, ≈46% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

Purpose The Operator is an experienced warehouse and/or chemical process professional who demonstrates proficiency in site-specific procedures, equipment, systems, and material management processes. Working under the direction of the Group Leader or Senior Operator, the Operator safely and efficiently operates, monitors, and supports material management systems and warehouse activities in accordance with approved standard operating procedures, work instructions, and established quality standards.  The role is responsible for maintaining accurate and compliant execution of daily operations, including inspecting equipment and materials, completing required documentation, dispensing materials and supporting the timely movement, handling, and control of materials. The Operator promotes a strong culture of safety, quality, and compliance by following established protocols, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, and proactively identifying potential risks or process deviations.  The Operator maintains compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and site policies, including standards governed by agencies such as the FDA and EPA. The position contributes to operational continuity and team effectiveness by supporting training, sharing process knowledge, and assuming designated Senior Operator responsibilities when needed and qualified. Through consistent performance, sound judgment, and adherence to procedures, the Operator helps ensure safe, reliable, efficient, and compliant warehouse operations.   Responsibilities • Independently operate, monitor key materials management systems and equipment, provide hands-on assistance in all aspects of operations, including starting, stopping, and adjusting ensure optimization and smooth and compliant operations without constant supervision. • Operates, observes, and provides hands-on assistance in all aspects of operations, including starting, stopping, and adjusting equipment and site-specific procedures under supervision to ensure optimization. • Able to work in wide range of weather conditions. Assist in the coordination and prioritization of daily operational tasks for less experienced operators; provide informal guidance and peer mentoring as needed. • Maintain advanced and accurate records, lead routine inspections, and ensure complete documentation for audits and compliance reviews. • Contribute to training new hires and operators by demonstrating standard operating procedures and safety practices. • Collaborate proactively with maintenance, production, and project teams to identify, communicate, and resolve operational issues and optimize resource use. • Maintains effective communications with other employees and management regarding operational status; documents all relevant information as required in logbooks and formal logs • Championing a safety-first mindset by identifying hazards, suggesting improvements, and modeling compliance in all actions • Maintains effective communications with other employees and management regarding operational status; documents all relevant information as required in logbooks and formal logs • Coordinates and communicates with maintenance, production, project teams, contractors, and regulatory personnel to support cross-functional objectives and problem resolution. • Conducts regular plant rounds to inspect operations, provide operational checks and record observations serving as the basis for corrective actions and operational decisions. • Carries out additional duties assigned by supervisors to address operational needs and maintain plant standards.        #LI-JW1 • High school diploma or GED. • One (1) to (3) years of experience in chemical operations in applicable production areas preferred • Forklift and portable hand

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