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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

Utilities Engineering Technician

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 are looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Organization Overview:

Lilly is currently constructing an advanced manufacturing facility for production of API molecules located in Lebanon, IN. This facility is Lilly’s largest investment in manufacturing capacity and is intended to provide APIs for current and future products. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of the team for the startup of a greenfield manufacturing site, and the successful candidate will help to build the organization, the facility, and the culture to enable a successful startup into GMP manufacturing operations.

Position Brand Description: 

The Engineering Technician is responsible for assisting the utility and tank farm operations and maintenance team as a member of the engineering team. The engineering technician role provides frontline technical support for central utilities, process utilities, and tank farm operations.  This role is first in escalation from maintenance and operations for troubleshooting as well as providing additional maintenance support.   The engineering technician role also aids engineers during the investigation of issues, major preventative maintenance, and delivery of projects in support of operations. This team ensures that equipment is maintained in a qualified state, can be operated safely, and maintenance is properly and safely performed on the systems.

In the project delivery phase and startup phase of the project (startup expected 2025 to 2027), roles will be fluid and dynamic as we endeavor to support the project delivery, build a new organization, develop and implement the necessary systems and business processes required to support operations, and build the site culture. This will require significant collaboration, creativity and resilience as the site grows to a full scale GMP manufacturing site through start up.

Responsibilities:

Build and promote a strong Safety and Quality culture. Maintain a safe working environment and conduct operations activities in a manner that protects safety, environment, and quality.

Transferring knowledge of equipment capabilities and operational techniques to operations, maintenance, and engineering.

Implementation of corrective actions or recommendations resulting from process hazard reviews, periodic reviews, or other audit findings.

Project support on small capital or maintenance projects.

Oversee contractor resources required for project and maintenance work orders by tracking and managing contractor estimates and work.

Escalates issues to front line supervisor, operations, and engineering following escalation model.

Finds and eliminates safety / quality issues with equipment and processes.

Understands the production process and critical process parameters.

Manage events as required, ensuring appropriate communication within the team and with external teams. Provide input to investigations.

Assist in maintaining the technical information for equipment procedures.

Specifically, during the startup phase of the Lebanon API site (2025 to 2027) will be expected to be collaborative, inclusive, and support the broader team to:

Develop and implement the systems and processes needed to run the site, leveraging existing knowledge and practices where necessary, but also incorporating external experiences and learning. 

Ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence by supporting lean principles in their respective area.

Support the project team as they deliver the facility to the site team, by providing feedback and support. 

Basic Requirements:

8+ years’ experience In Manufacturing Environment (i.e., Operations, Maintenance, or Utilities).

Associate’s degree in engineering or equivalent (and relevant) work experience.

Technical understanding of process and/or utility equipment and equipment maintenance.

Ability To Effectively Communicate with and work cross-functionally And Coordinate Activities of Small Groups.

Demonstrated history of strong equipment troubleshooting and problem solving skills.

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Experience (GMARS).

Experience in Microsoft Suite (i.e.: Word, Excel) and ability to write technical documents.

Knowledge And Compliance With Safety Requirements (LOTO, Live Equipment Troubleshooting).

Additional Preferences:

Associates’ degree or higher in science, engineering, or technical field

Previous experience in facility/area start-up environments

Skills in providing/receiving feedback and creating employee development plans.

Experience Within A Regulated Industry; Fda Regulated Industries Preferred.

Ability To Perform Engineering Functions And Assist Engineering.

Strong technical aptitude and ability to train and mentor others.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

Ability to collaborate with a team, make independent decisions, and influence diverse groups.

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to various audiences, particularly one-on-one coaching, and feedback with direct reports. 

Additional Information:

This position is primarily an 8-hour Monday through Friday work schedule, while requiring some off-schedule work and flexibility, particularly during the start-up phase.

Ability to work overtime as required.

Ability to be on call and respond to calls off shift.

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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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