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The LP1 Lead Operator  - Materials Management - Lebanon API assists the LP1 Warehouse Supervisor in supporting the Lebanon, IN API manufacturing site by directing and performing material handling tasks for sampling and weigh & dispense operations of raw materials in accordance with current standard operating procedures and work instructions.  The Lead Operator  - Materials Management - Lebanon API must possess strong interpersonal communication skills, be a self-starter, and demonstrate initiative. Strong attention to detail and the desire to operate in a safe and efficient manner.

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Key Responsibilities 

Ensure personal and team adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.   

Enforce a high standard of housekeeping, safety and environmental compliance in all warehouse areas in accordance with procedures.   

Provides coaching and direction for employees in areas of responsibility 

Assigns daily and weekly work schedules to Materials Management Operators.  

Works closely with Materials Management Coordinator (MMC) to ensure Sampling and Dispensing schedule adherence. Able to backfill MMC during absences and drive scheduling activity. 

Capable of functioning in a leader capacity in absence of Warehouse Supervisor as required.  

Routinely inspects area for health and safety issues. 

Assists Warehouse Supervisor in reviewing, updating, and creating procedures.  

Participates in deviation investigations that affect area of responsibility. 

Safely operates in controlled spaces such as sampling and dispensing suites. 

Operate powered industrial equipment in a safe and proper manner to ensure the efficient flow of material through the warehouse. 

Work with Warehouse Supervision, counterparts and safety representatives to implement countermeasures from safety incident investigations or projects.   

Sample raw materials and packaging components to correct quantities in a controlled environment, and delivery of samples to labs, etc. as required.  

Put-away raw, intermediate drug substance and API material in appropriate warehouse locations (i.e., controlled, refrigerated or frozen.).  

Maintaining accurate inventory records in SAP / WMS. 

Accurately dispense raw materials using SAP / MES systems, in line with manufacturing schedules in a timely manner.   

Package and label materials to comply with health and safety, quality and transport regulations, and customer requirements.  

Kit consumable materials for use by manufacturing operations.   

Actively participate in warehouse quality, safety, and air cargo security audit readiness.   

Pick and prepare materials to meet manufacturing production schedules. 

Adhere to regulatory agency guidelines while working in the warehouse. 

Support other warehouse operators and functions (e.g. cycle counting, performing material handling duties at manufacturing nodes on site, etc.) when assigned. 

Align individual and team activities and performance to meet defined team metrics and goals. 

Provide technical leadership to the materials management operations staff by ensuring that they understand how the process and equipment functions.

Lead and participate in cross-functional meetings that impact sample and dispense activities.

Basic Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent 

3 to 5 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical/ GMP environments. 

Ability to read, write and communicate proficiently in English. 

Current certification operating powered industrial equipment (i.e., forklifts, reach trucks, swing-reach trucks, etc.) 

Additional Skills/ Preferences 

Experience with RF Scanners and computer systems (e.g., SAP, MES). 

Experience handling hazardous materials.  

Ability to bend, reach, and lift items weighing up to 30 pounds. 

Ability to work with and learn new digital systems. 

Ability to periodically work in refrigerated or frozen storage areas. 

Demonstrated ability to lead and train others in department tasks. 

Previous experience sampling materials for testing.

Additional Requirements/ Information  

The Materials Management Lead Operator role may be 5-day a week or shift-based. The job may also involve some non-scheduled call-in time to respond to plant emergencies, etc. 

Must complete learning plan & training for role. 

Ability to pick-up and move 30 pound container. 

This position requires that candidates meet the area-specific Functional Job Description and Post Offer Exam requirements. 

Ability to wear respirator when sampling & dispensing as required due to hazardous materials.

This role has the opportunity for direct interaction with Regulatory Agencies during Site Inspections. 

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

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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