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At Lilly, we believe in the talent of our workforce. One of the best ways to utilize and develop that talent is to use our existing workforce to fill new and/or open positions. If you are looking for a new position within Lilly, you can view and apply to open roles posted in the internal job posting system. You must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job description and have/obtain work authorization in the country the position is located in order to be considered. When applying internally for a position, your current supervisor will receive notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying. 

Path/Level: 

B4

The annual base salary for this position in country = United States of America ranges from: $52,500.00 - $87,500.00 USD

The job profiles on this job requisition are:

Manufacturing-Process-B4-Prod Oper

To understand a U.S. role’s salary range, employees should visit the U.S. LillyNow Total Base Pay page or contact HR Solutions. For roles located in Puerto Rico and outside the United States, employees should contact local HR or HR Solutions.

Position Description

Lilly is entering an exciting period of growth, and we are committed to delivering innovative medicines to patients around the world. Lilly is investing over $1 Billion to build a completely new, inspiring, environmentally conscious, and highly automated campus in Concord, North Carolina. This brand-new campus will utilize the latest technology to increase the company’s capacity in parenteral (injectable) medications, device assembly, and packaging operations. This is an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build and operate a new site.

If you ever wanted to have a direct impact building a team’s culture and in how the team operates, now is the perfect opportunity!
 

During the project phase, the Parenteral (PAR) Lead Operator will support start up activities required to bring the area into service which may include formulation, aseptic isolator barrier filling, and visual inspection. They will become the experts within their assigned area and educate their team in the proper operation of the facility. The Lead roles are expected to become the leaders for the PAR equipment and process and will lead the training of new staff. This position will require travel (2-4 week trips and/or 3-12 month short term assignments) domestically with the opportunity for travel internationally to collaborate, train with, and learn from sites who currently produce our medicines.

After project phase is complete, this role will be responsible for ensuring continuous supply of our medicines by; expertly running the process, troubleshooting, and collaborating cross-functionally, and holding all to our safety first / quality always mindset. Lead Operators will coordinate daily activities to meet capacity plans while developing their own and our team’s capabilities.

As a site leader and expert at our growing site, you’ll have significant opportunities for growth into future leadership and technical roles.

Integrity

Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, exemplifying safe working practices, and being accountable for supporting HSE goals.Act as both administrator and technical leaders for operations. Set a good example through demonstrated knowledge of procedures, compliance with quality systems, and teaching of proper techniques.

Excellence

Technical leader: Key resource for troubleshooting and functions as the primary point of contact for issue escalation on the shop floor.Responsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks.Operate the equipment and perform activities as required to meet production schedule.Assists in checking execution documentation (Electronic Batch Record, SAP, Cleaning Logs)Drives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.

Respect for People

Support Site Leadership to build a diverse and capable site organization by delivering area operational procedures, quality processes and controls for the PAR areas.(Lead role) Assist Supervisor in development and performance evaluations of shift operators. Act as backup for Supervisor.Key liaison between operations and support functions. 

Education, Experience, and Skills

We have several levels open for Operator which are based on the experience and education you bring.Minimum education: High School Diploma or GEDAbility to effectively communicate (electronically, written and verbal)Flexibility - the ability to troubleshoot and triage challengesComputer proficiency (desktop software, MS office).

Time Commitments and Work Authorization

Must be able to work D shift scheduleMust Pass a “fitness for duty” physical examAbility to work overtime as requiredAbility to wear safety equipment (glasses, shoes, gloves, etc)Ability to work and gown in a cleanroom (Grade C, ISO 8) environment.Ability to participate in professional development opportunities (team coursework such as classes through RCCC). Depending on the candidate’s experience, the position may require a short term assignment of 3-12 months domestically or internationally to train and be certified on existing processes and establish global contacts. There may also be a requirement for short (less than 1 month) travel to support equipment testing at the manufacturer’s factory.Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Experience with, completion of, or understanding of:

(Senior and Lead roles) Leadership and the ability to train / educate team membersSTEM degree or certificationsAseptic filling, single use assemblies, isolator technology.Automated, semi-automated, and/or manual inspection.Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs)Experience in operations or manufacturing environments.Pharmaceutical, medical device or food processing industriesManufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.Continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma methodologies)Highly automated equipment (inspection, packaging, filling, assembly, etc)SAP, Electronic Batch Records

Note: When applying internally for a position your current supervisor receives notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for employment positions on the B or S paths or at levels M1-M2 or P1-P4.

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Lilly is proud to offer market-competitive employee benefits designed to empower you to live your best life.  Employees may elect medical, prescription drug, dental and/or vision coverage for you and your family in one of two health plan options, enjoy best-in-class mental health support, and concierge services for orthopedic, cardiovascular, fertility care, and LGBTQ health navigation. We also support well-being with a fitness membership, health coaching, and wellness activities at no additional cost. Our retirement benefits are designed to help our employees feel secure in their financial future by including a defined benefit pension, a 401(k) match, and retiree medical coverage. We provide life and disability insurance for peace of mind and protection for you and your loved ones and paid time-off benefits to support you in life’s moments that matter including personal illness, caregiver, bereavement, and other family needs, in addition to annual paid vacation and holidays.  Lilly reserves the right to terminate or modify company-provided benefits at any time in its discretion. The company compensation structures are aligned to the location of hire. The United States pay range and benefits offering do not apply to any location outside of the United States. This job specification is intended to provide a general overview of the job requirements at the time it was prepared.  The job requirements of any position may change over time and may include additional responsibilities not specifically described in the job specification.  As always, you should consult with your supervisor regarding your actual job responsibilities and any related duties that may be required for the position.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women’s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$25.60 - $42.67

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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