At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

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

For 140 years, Lilly has manufactured medicines that improve people’s lives around the world. We produce our medicines using some of the most sophisticated manufacturing technologies and rigorous quality standards. Lilly Manufacturing strives for excellence in its process, standards, procedures, and behaviors to develop medicines with safety first and quality always.

The Lead Process Technician – Packaging is responsible for leadership, daily operations, development of operators, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and ensuring resources are scheduled accordingly per the daily production plan.

Key Objectives/Deliverables:

Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment.Setup and operate highly automated equipment in the Packaging area.Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.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.Identify opportunities for operational improvements.Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision.Assist Supervisor in development and performance evaluations of shift operators.Key liaison between operations and support functions.Lead by example of Safety first & Quality always.Operate the equipment and lead the shift operations as required to meet production schedule.Assists in checking execution documentation (PMX, SAP, Cleaning Logs, etc.).Drives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.Acts as back-up in Shift Supervisor absence.Must be willing to work 12-hour night shifts (2-2-3 schedule)Currently in the startup phase of operations. Candidate must be flexible and be willing to perform non-routine work, with Safety & Integrity in mind at all times.

Basic Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED required.

Additional Preferences:

Previous Line Lead experience preferred.Previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation.Previous experience with highly automated equipment.Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.Ability to work overtime as required.Demonstrated leadership & persuasion skills.Affinity for mastering technical concepts.Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and CGMP standards.Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal).Flexibility and problem-solving skills.Basic computer skills (desktop software) are required.

Additional Information:

Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.)Initial training for this role will occur on day shift and position will transition to night shiftAbility to work overtime as required

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.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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 an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, 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 help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

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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